What to confirm before the move.
Good freight execution usually starts before the truck is assigned. Use these points to make the requirement clear and surface constraints early.
- 01
Verify dimensions, weight, and lifting points
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 02
Review the origin and destination sites
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 03
Match equipment before setting the schedule
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 04
Allow time for permits and escorts
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
- 05
Confirm route and receiving readiness
Document this item with the shipping and receiving teams. Clear, accurate details help the carrier choose equipment, confirm timing, and reduce last-minute surprises.
Turn the checklist into an operating plan.
Send RDF the available shipment details, including anything unusual about the commodity, sites, timing, or handoff. The team can identify remaining questions and recommend the next step.
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