Used units

Shipper/cargo owner is to certify that cargo is safe for shipment.

A safety check of used units should be performed prior to loading/after loading taking below into account.

1. The ignition key should be removed and placed in the designated location.
2. Batteries to be disconnected on used vehicles. See details in Disconnecting battery on used units for detailed instructions.
3. Vehicles with disconnected batteries be added to the exception list on stowage plan.
4. Vehicles with oil leakage be refused loading until repairs have been completed.
5. Vehicles with a missing fuel tank cap be refused loading until the opening has been properly covered.
6. Vehicles and trailers loaded with loose parts be refused loading until the loose parts have been properly secured.
7. Trailer stacks be properly secured.
8. Vehicles without brakes be denied loading or loaded as static cargo on a bolster or similar.
9. Punctured and flat tires be repaired before loading.
10. Any problems with the steering on a unit must be marked and declared in the exception list.
11. All windows to be closed.

Exception: For some specific trades where batteries are disconnected, local OPERATORS representative can decide to keep a window partly open to allow for manual unlocking.