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"Freight Inspector"
Job Description - Part 1 - Duties and Tasks

Basic Job Description:

Inspect freight for proper storage according to specifications.

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge

 

Job Duties and Tasks for: "Freight Inspector"

1) Inspects shipment to ascertain that freight is securely braced and blocked.

2) Observes loading of freight to ensure that crews comply with procedures.

 

3) Monitors temperature and humidity of freight storage area.

4) Records freight condition and handling, and notifies crews to reload freight or insert additional bracing or packing.

5) Measures height and width of loads that will pass over bridges or through tunnels.


 

6) Notifies workers of special treatment required for shipments.

7) Prepares and submits report after trip.

8) Posts warning signs on vehicles containing explosives or inflammatory or radioactive materials.

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Job Description for "Freight Inspector" continued here...

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge


"Freight Inspector"   Holland / RIASEC Career Code:  C-R-E        SOC:  53-6051.06


 

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