FMCSA

Unpacking

Unpacking The removal of your goods from containers (boxes) and crates, and the disposal of such containers and packing materials

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Third Party Services

Third Party Services Services performed by someone other than the carrier at your request or as required by Federal, state…

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Tariff

Tariff A list (in whole or in part) containing rates, rules, regulations, classifications or other provisions related to a motor…

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Tare Weight

Tare Weight Weight of the van and its contents before your goods are loaded

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Survey

Survey The booking or origin agent examines (i.e., surveys, or visually inspects) the shipper's goods to develop a cost estimate

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Surface Transportation Board

Surface Transportation Board (www.stb.dot.gov) This agency within the Department of Transportation regulates household goods carrier tariffs among other responsibilities.

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Storage-in-Transit (SIT)

Storage-in-Transit (SIT) The temporary warehouse storage of your shipment pending further transportation, with or without notification to you. If you…

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Straight Truck

Straight Truck A truck, generally one half the size and capacity of a tractor-trailer. Straight trucks are single cab and…

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Shuttle Service

Shuttle Service Use of a smaller vehicle to provide service to residences that are not accessible to the mover's normal…

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Short Haul

Short Haul A move that takes place under 450 miles. Short hauls are (generally) performed with straight trucks, although tractor-trailers…

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