RULE: 2.9 - PACKING REQUIREMENTS Eff: 09FEB2015

Effective 09FEB2015
Filed 09FEB2015
Filing Codes IC

1. Except as otherwise provided herein, articles tendered for 
   transportation will be refused for shipment unless in such 
   condition and so prepared for shipment as to render transportation
   reasonably safe and practicable.  Provisions for the shipment of
   articles not enclosed in containers does not obligate the Carrier
   to accept an article so offered for transportation when enclosure
   in a container is reasonable necessary for protection and safe
   transportation. 
   
2. Packages must be marked durably and legibly and must show the port
   of destination.  All packages must be numbered, which number  
   together with marks and destination must appear on the shipping 
   receipts and Bill of Lading. 
   
3. Gross weight in pounds and initials of port must be clearly and 
   legibly shown on packages, and on original and copies of dock 
   receipts tendered at time of delivery. 
   
4. Each package, bundle or piece of freight must be plainly marked 
   with the full or initials of consignee, and the destination must
   be shown in full to insure proper delivery.  If necessary,
   corrections must be made by the shipper or his representative.
   Old marks must be removed or effaced. 

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