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Auxiliary Service (Shuttle)

Auxiliary Service (Shuttle) If the assigned over-the-road van is unable to make a normal pickup/delivery because of physical constraints and…

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Appliance Service by Third Party

Appliance Service by Third Party The preparation of major electrical appliances to make them safe for shipment. Charges for these…

4 years ago

Agent

Agent A local moving company authorized to act on behalf of a larger, national company.

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Advanced Charges

Advanced Charges Charges for services performed by someone other than the mover. A professional, craftsman, or other third party may…

4 years ago

Accessorial (Additional) Services

Accessorial (Additional) Services Services such as packing, appliance servicing, unpacking, or piano stair carries that you request to be performed…

4 years ago

Safety-sensitive function

Safety-sensitive function All time from the time a driver begins to work or is required to be in readiness to…

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Safety Rating

Safety Rating A safety rating is an evaluation of a motor carrier’s safety performance that is available to the carrier…

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Safety Measurement System

Safety Measurement System The web-based system FMCSA uses to collect data from roadside inspections, including driver and vehicle violations; crash…

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Safety management controls

Safety management controls The systems, policies, programs, practices, and procedures used by a motor carrier to ensure compliance with applicable…

4 years ago

Safety Audit

Safety Audit An examination of a motor carrier’s operations to provide educational and technical assistance on safety and the operational…

4 years ago