What's inside
- Carrier information, ship date, and bill of lading number
- Origin and destination blocks
- Third-party billing information
- Special instructions
- Freight lines: number of units, hazmat, item description, weight, dimensions, NMFC, and class
- Freight loaded and freight counted, by shipper or by carrier
- Section 7 and the shipper, carrier, and consignee signature and date lines
How to use it
- Print the PDF, or fill it in with a PDF editor.
- Complete it from measured numbers: weigh the finished pallet and measure it at its outermost points, pallet included.
- Enter the NMFC item number and class for the commodity. For a density-based item, work out the density first.
- List every service you need, such as liftgate or delivery appointment, under special instructions.
- Sign and date it, have the driver sign at pickup, and keep a copy with the shipment record.
Note: Many carriers and transportation systems generate their own bill of lading. If yours does, use that one and keep this template as a backup.