RULE: 2.9 - CY CONTAINERS (SHIPPER'S LOAD AND COUNT) Eff: 01MAY2002
| Effective | 01MAY2002 |
|---|---|
| Filed | 01MAY2002 |
| Filing Codes | I |
A) When containers are packed and sealed by shipper, the
carrier or his authorized agent will accept same as
"Shipper's Load and Count" and the Bill of Lading shall
be so claused.
B) Shipper must furnish carrier with a list of contents
showing descriptions of the goods and the gross weight of
the contents of the container, together with weight and
cubic measurement of each piece therein. Carrier
reserves the right to open and inspect the contents of a
container and so indicates on the bill of lading.
C) No container will be accepted for shipment if the weight
of the contents thereof exceeds the weight carrying
capacity of the container. Any charges incurred in
rehandling cargo to meet maximum weight carrying capacity
will be for the account of cargo.
D) Carrier will not be directly or indirectly responsible
for:
(1) Damage resulting from improper packing, bracing,
securing or mixing of cargo within container, or
shipper's use of unsuitable or inadequate protective
and securing materials.
(2) Any discrepancy in count or concealed damage.
E) Shipments destined to more than one (1) port of destina-
tion may not be packed by shipper into the same container
unless prior permission has been granted by carrier in
writing.
