Description
Inspect intermodal shipping containers, their contents, and handling equipment to ensure safe, compliant transport of cargo by truck, rail, and vessel. Verify structural integrity, securement, seals, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
- • Prepare and submit inspection reports for containers and cargo.
- • Inspect container interiors to ensure freight is properly braced, blocked, and secured.
- • Record container IDs, seal numbers, conditions, and any issues encountered.
- • Advise loading crews on safe stowage of heavy or hazardous cargo in containers.
- • Observe loading and unloading to verify compliance with packing and handling procedures.
- • Recommend corrective actions to address violations or deficiencies found during inspections.
- • Inspect loaded containers, lashing, and handling gear for compliance and maintenance needs.
- • Notify teams of special handling, temperature control, or segregation requirements.
- • Direct crews to restow cargo or add dunnage, bracing, or blocking as needed.
- • Check temperatures and humidity settings and readings on refrigerated containers.
- • Verify container weight, payload limits, and distribution against CSC plate limits and packing instructions.
- • Confirm hazardous materials placards, marks, labels, and documents are accurate and visible.
- • Measure out-of-gauge (oversize) cargo on open-top or flat-rack units for route and equipment clearance.
- • Verify seal application, seal integrity, and chain-of-custody documentation.
- • Inspect containers for structural damage, leaks, contamination, pests, and cleanliness before use.
- • Coordinate holds, rework, or quarantine for noncompliant containers and notify stakeholders.
- • Visually inspect cargo and containers upon arrival or discharge for damage or loss.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
