CTE Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Flashcards

Under FMCSA Hours of Service rules, how many hours may a property-carrying truck driver drive after 10 consecutive hours off duty?

Answer: 11 hours

FMCSA regulations allow property-carrying drivers to drive a maximum of 11 hours after 10 consecutive hours off duty.

What is a 'third-party logistics provider' (3PL)?

Answer: A company that manages outsourced logistics and supply chain functions for another business

A 3PL is an external firm that handles warehousing, transportation, and other supply chain activities on behalf of a client company.

In supply chain management, what does 'lead time' refer to?

Answer: The time between placing an order and receiving the goods

Lead time is the total elapsed time from order placement to product delivery, and reducing it is a key goal of supply chain optimization.

Which document is required for transporting hazardous materials by road in the United States?

Answer: Shipping papers that include the proper shipping name, hazard class, and UN number

DOT regulations require hazmat shipping papers to identify the material by proper name, hazard class, and UN ID number to inform emergency responders.

What is the primary purpose of a freight broker in logistics?

Answer: To connect shippers with carriers to arrange transportation

A freight broker acts as an intermediary between businesses that need to ship goods and the trucking companies that can move them.

What does 'last-mile delivery' refer to in logistics?

Answer: The final step of the delivery process from a distribution center to the end customer

Last-mile delivery is the most costly and time-intensive part of the supply chain, covering the movement of goods from a hub to the final destination.