Cargo & Logistics

Container Inspections

Container inspections help record observable condition, sealing, loading or discharge issues and other relevant container-related facts.

When to instruct

When you may need this.

Inspect container condition, cargo interface and relevant documentation.

Container condition is disputed

Cargo condition may be linked to container condition

A container needs pre-use or post-use inspection

Seal or handling information needs documentation

What it helps establish

  • Container condition
  • Visible defects or damage
  • Seal and identification observations
  • Cargo interface observations where applicable

What we may examine

  • Container exterior and accessible interior
  • Seals and identifying marks
  • Cargo condition where accessible
  • Photographs and relevant documents

What we need from you

  • Container number
  • Location
  • Access and opening arrangements
  • Reason for inspection

Assignment workflow

How the assignment works.

The process remains deliberately simple: understand the instruction, attend the field situation, document the facts and report findings.

  1. 01

    INSTRUCTION

    Confirm scope, location, urgency and access.

  2. 02

    MOBILIZE

    Match the assignment with appropriate attendance.

  3. 03

    OBSERVE

    Establish what is happening in the field.

  4. 04

    DOCUMENT

    Capture measurements, records, photographs and evidence where applicable.

  5. 05

    ASSESS

    Interpret condition, damage, quantity, risk or circumstances.

  6. 06

    REPORT

    Deliver findings that support informed decisions.

Outputs

What you receive.

Depending on the scope of instruction, reporting may include the following outputs.

  • Endorsed field report where appropriate
  • Preliminary report where the scope requires early findings
  • Final report when required information is complete
  • Photographs, video or collected records where applicable

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