Bill of Lading (BOL)
The most important document in freight shipping, serving as a receipt for goods, a contract of carriage between the shipper and carrier, and a document of title. The BOL lists the shipper, consignee, commodity description, weight, piece count, freight class, and any special instructions. It must be signed by the driver at pickup and the receiver at delivery.
Detailed Explanation
The most important document in freight shipping, serving as a receipt for goods, a contract of carriage between the shipper and carrier, and a document of title. The BOL lists the shipper, consignee, commodity description, weight, piece count, freight class, and any special instructions. It must be signed by the driver at pickup and the receiver at delivery.
Example
A warehouse manager prepares a BOL listing 18 pallets of auto parts weighing 22,400 lbs, class 85, with a note for the driver to use dock door #7 for loading.
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