Container Checklist
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Container No: Date: _________ The Body Shop Container Check List (TBSCCL)
Container Loading Check List 2011 Outside of container: 1. No holes or cracks in walls or roof
2. Doors operate properly
3. Closing devices operate properly
4. No adhesive labels from the previous cargo, e.g. IMO placards
5. For hard-top containers: check roof is undamaged, roof locking mechanism fits and operates properly
6. Inspect any repairs closely to ensure that the welds are not broken
7. Check validity of the CSC plate
Inside of container: 8. Container is watertight. Test method: enter container, close both doors tightly and look for incoming
light (e.g. through cracks, holes, door gaskets etc.) 9. Container interior is absolutely dry. (Wipe up any condensation or white frost in order to avoid corrosion
and moisture damage of the cargo) 10. Container is clean, free of cargo residues and neutral in odour
11. No nails or other protrusions which could damage the cargo
12. Check that the container vents are clear Inspection after packing: 1. The container is packed appropriately for the cargo, anticipated transit stresses and the container
2. A copy of the packing list is placed in a highly visible location inside the container (for Customs
inspections and the like)
3. When lumber is used as a packaging material etc., it may, under certain circumstances, be necessary to comply with the quarantine regulations of the country of destination and a phytosanitary certificate or proof that the lumber has been treated may have to be placed conspicuously in the container. Information may be obtained from the phytosanitary authorities of the countries concerned
4. It is good practice to take a picture of the load and attach to the container checklist in the event of any claim
5. The doors and, if applicable, roof covering have been carefully closed. (Strong steel wire cables, padlocks or high security seals provide protection from cargo theft)
6. Closures are secured with metal and other seals in order to reduce the risk of theft (record the seal number)
7. Old adhesive labels have been removed from the outside of the container