Truck Dispatcher TruckDisp Freight Documentation & Accessorials 3

Question 1

A driver arrives at a delivery location after hours because the receiver was closed. What accessorial charge would typically apply for the following day's reattempt?

Accepted Answer

Redelivery charge

Answer

A redelivery charge is assessed when the carrier must make a second delivery attempt because the consignee was unavailable or the location was closed.

Question 2

What information is NOT typically found on a standard bill of lading?

Accepted Answer

Driver's personal Social Security Number

Answer

A driver's Social Security Number is personal identification and has no place on a bill of lading, which contains shipment and party information only.

Question 3

What does 'freight prepaid' mean on a bill of lading?

Accepted Answer

The shipper has already paid the freight charges before dispatch

Answer

Freight prepaid means the shipper is responsible for and has arranged payment of freight charges, so the carrier cannot collect from the consignee.

Question 4

A dispatcher arranges a shipment requiring the driver to unload freight inside a warehouse rather than at the dock door. What accessorial applies?

Accepted Answer

Inside delivery

Answer

Inside delivery is an accessorial charge for delivering freight beyond the dock door, such as placing it inside a warehouse or store.

Question 5

Which regulatory document must accompany every shipment of hazardous materials in interstate commerce?

Accepted Answer

Hazardous materials shipping paper (dangerous goods declaration)

Answer

Federal regulations require a hazardous materials shipping paper (or dangerous goods declaration) to travel with the shipment identifying the hazmat class, UN number, and emergency contact.

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Truck Dispatcher TruckDisp Freight Documentation & Accessorials 3