Transportation Program Glossary (James Depow)
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"The attached file is a glossary of transportation terms used in my transportation program," states James.
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Billed WeightThe weight of a shipment as shown on the freight bill; not necessarily the actual weight. | |
Bob TailDriving the tractor without pulling a trailer. | |
Break BulkTo separate a composite load into individual shipments and route to different destinations | |
Brokera) A person who arranges for transportation of loads for a percentage of the revenue from the load. b) An owner-operator | |
Bulk FreightFreight not in packages or individual containers, but contained only by the structure and body of the truck or trailer. | |
BulkheadA structure used to protect against shifting cargo and/or to separate the load. | |
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Carrier's LienThe right of a carrier to retain property which it has transported as security for the collection of charges due on that shipment. | |
ClaimA demand made upon a transportation company for payment, due to loss or damage of freight, alleged to have occurred while shipment was in possession of the carrier. | |
Class II RailwaysA railway whose operating revenues are between $40 million to $250 million. Class II rail-ways include the two regional railways in BC and Ontario and all short lines | |