Drayage Operations Quiz

What does the acronym LFD stand for in the context of drayage operations?

• Last Free Day

• Last Freight Day

• Load Free Day

• Load Freight Day

What is the first step in the process when a carrier pulls a loaded container from the port before LFD?

• Carrier goes to port with chassis

• Customer sends Delivery Order (DO)

• Carrier is contacted by drayage sales rep

• Container is transported to warehouse

What document does the carrier provide at the port to pick up the loaded container?

• Master Bill of Lading

• Delivery Order

• Sales Receipt

• Warehouse Receipt

What happens to the empty container after it is unloaded at the warehouse?

• It is returned to the port

• It is stored at the warehouse

• It is sent to another customer

• It is disposed of

What is the purpose of the drayage cheat sheet document?

• To provide an overview of the lifecycle of a drayage load

• To list all ports in the country

• To explain how to drive a truck

• To describe warehouse management

What does the drayage cheat sheet emphasize as important in drayage operations?

• Effective communication, transparency in billing, and understanding market dynamics

• Speed of delivery, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction

• Warehouse management, inventory control, and logistics planning

• Driver training, vehicle maintenance, and route optimization

What is the role of the drayage sales rep in the process of pulling a loaded container from the port?

• To secure capacity

• To drive the truck

• To unload the container

• To return the empty container

What is the fee called that occurs after the container has exceeded the allowed free time at the port?

• Demurrage

• Storage Fee

• Late Fee

• Handling Fee