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What is the main role of an IATA Cargo Agent?

• Selling transport

• Providing packing services

• Arranging insurance for customers

• Preparing airline documentation

How many small, medium, and large companies are accredited as IATA Cargo Agents worldwide?

• 4,775

• 3,500

• 5,200

• 6,000

What is the main purpose of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations?

• To prevent undeclared dangerous goods from being carried by air

• To increase shipping costs

• To delay cargo shipments

• To reduce the number of cargo agents

What is the primary responsibility of an IATA Cargo Agent regarding dangerous goods?

• Avoid checking documents and exterior of packages for hidden hazards

• Ignore markings on packages indicating possible dangerous goods

• Segregate dangerous goods from goods not subject to regulations

• Ensure dangerous goods are loaded in any unit load device

What is the main reason for providing sufficient notices about dangerous goods at cargo acceptance points?

• To increase shipping delays

• To promote awareness of dangerous goods in the shipping community

• To confuse cargo agents

• To reduce cargo insurance costs

What is the primary function of an IATA Cargo Agent in relation to insurance?

• To collect insurance premiums from customers

• To provide insurance coverage directly

• To avoid insuring any shipments

• To specify the amount to be insured on the air waybill

What is the main service provided by an IATA Cargo Agent to the shipper?

• Tracing the movement of consignments

• Arranging transportation of the goods

• Preparing airline documentation

• Arranging pick-up from shippers' premises

What is the primary role of an IATA Cargo Agent in relation to payment facilities?

• Collecting insurance premiums

• Delaying payment of goods

• Issuing documents on behalf of the buyer

• Collecting C.O.D. amounts on behalf of airlines

What is the main function of an IATA Cargo Agent in tracking and tracing shipments?

• Locating hidden hazards in packages

• Rerouting shipments immediately

• Delaying the movement of consignments

• Checking that shipments are following the stipulated routing

What is the relationship between IATA Cargo Agents and member airlines?

• Competitors

• Partners in a common venture

• Adversaries

• Unrelated entities