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Warehouse check-in damage report...?

My husband checks in warehouse semi-trailers and is looking for a form that can be used so damage can be documented as the trucks come in so his warehouse isn't blamed for existing damage. Any help would be appreciated.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    You didn't specify if it was for the Truck / Trailer units or for cargo so I am going to list a couple for you, the first one is a vehicle inspection for used by the FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIERS U.S.DOT for accident inspection and is very detailed, so might be to much information but you may be able to use parts of it for what he needs. http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/documents/exterior-truck-...

    The second one is really ment for automobiles OUT / IN from use, and is ment for cars. It could be modified for use with Semis easily

    http://www.parking.umich.edu/forms/vehicle_reserva...

    Now if you need an inspection form for cargo try this one it is used by FED/EX for freight loss claims

    http://www.fedexfreight.fedex.com/claimlossdamage....

    or try this one.

    https://www.freightguard.com/documents/claims-kit....

    using these as examples it should be easy to draw up and PHOTOCOPY forms for what you need, from these.

    The main thing is to catch the semis if that is what you need inspected BEFORE they can back into the dock, and then as they pull away!

    I would also recommend the use of a INEXPENSIVE DIGITAL CAMERA to document any damage if it is felt to be necessary, and several of these are now down in the $20 - $50 range.

    Hope this helps.

  • 1 decade ago

    Probably best to consult with his warehouse's insurance provider; they might have official forms to use.

    Otherwise, noting the damage and its location on a schedule or dedicated note pad with the truck's VIN, license number, and the time he noticed it is the best thing. That documentation, along with his signature and oral statement (in the event of a claim), should be enough for any insurance company.

    Hope this was some help!

    Source(s): Shop experience
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