Encl. (1) to COMDTINST 4610.6
4.
Freight is delivered, without authority, to other than the designated
consignee.
5.
Freight is damaged through rough handling in transit, at carrier's terminals,
or transfer points.
6.
Defective or inadequate packing or loading is readily apparent and could be
observed by the carrier at time of acceptance, but the carrier still accepts
such shipment for transportation.
7.
Carrier fails to provide safe and adequate service, equipment, and facilities
for the transportation of the property.
8.
Freight is sealed by shipper. The seals are broken by carrier enroute and,
although resealed by the carrier, the freight is delivered short or damaged.
9.
Carrier fails to properly load, stow, block, or brace a less than carload or
truckload shipment.
(b) Examples of Common Faults of the Shipper. Some shipments take place in a
routine manner and no incident occurs during transportation which could force
responsibility on the carrier for loss or damage found at destination.
Notwithstanding the rule of almost absolute liability, the carrier may be relieved
of responsibility for loss or damage occurring enroute if it can be proved the
shipper:
1.
Failed to actually ship items described or listed on the B/L.
2.
Failed to prepare property for shipment to ensure safe carriage under the
ordinary hazards of transportation.
3.
Failed to use suitable containers, pallets, skids, etc., for freight shipped.
4.
Failed to properly load, stow, block, and brace a carload or truckload
shipment.
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