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Flatbed trucking is a common mode of transport for oversized loads and / or truckloads, but shippers should be diligent when choosing from the many flatbed carriers in the marketplace. When evaluating a carrier's flatbed services, it's prudent to double check their credentials, including: • Do they have a valid Federal Carrier's Auditory? Check the trucker's licenses and confirm that all licenses are in good standing. • Does the carrier have the appropriate cargo and liability insurance for flatbed transportation? All flatbed carriers should have a minimum of $100,000 in liability insurance. Obtain a written certificate of insurance and confirm coverage with the trucker's insurance broker. • Check the flatbed trucking company's safety statistics by contacting the Federal Department of Transportation. A high number of accidents should signal the shipper to look elsewhere. Other considerations: • Flatbed carriers typically include 2 hours of loading and unloading in their freight quote. • Tarps are often used in flatbed transportation. Did the flatbed carrier offer this service in their quote? • Were you quoted a partial load or full truck load. Partial loads are cheaper but tend to take longer than full truckloads. There are a number of options and considerations that a shipper must evaluate when choosing from the many flatbed carriers. Consider a flatbed broker to handle the vetting of the many flatbed haulers. Good, reputable truckload brokers can save Shippers a long time, hassle, and money. ClickShipNGO is a trucking broker that specializes in flatbed trucking, truckloads, LTL, international air freight and ocean. Visit them on the web at www.clickshipngo.com.
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