Updated Rules Effective May 11, 2007

A. 

NOTE: Rates listed are F.A.K. including driver stay-with time of two hours. Driver load/unload is not included.

 

 

B. 

PRENOTE: All prenotes must have the drayage rate clearly shown to be considered a valid prenote. Any preapproved charges should also be shown. If rate is not shown, prenote will not be accepted. Prenotes must always be sent to the applicable terminal (otherwise prenotes will not be acknowledged).

 

 

C. 

RATE EXCEPTION: A SPECIAL RATE QUOTE (SRQ) number is required for any special rates due to volume, drop & pick, special equipment or points not listed. If an SRQ applies, this MUST be listed on the prenote. If an SRQ is needed, please contact the terminal servicing the specific ramp or pier involved to determine eligibility.

 

 

D. 

CONTAINER RATES: Add $100.00 minimum to the regular rate for moves to or from pier facilities. Please contact terminal for exact pricing.

 

 

E. 

FLIP CHARGE : This charge will apply when a bad ordered chassis requires a flip. Note that driver detention charges will accrue after 30 minutes.

 

 

F. 

POWER DETENTION: Upon expiration of 2-hours free time, detention charge of $65.00 per hour applies. For drop trailers or containers 30 minutes free than 65.00 per hour, time starts at arrivial at customers location or in line at customers gate.

 

 

G. 

LABOR CHARGES: $100.00 for the first hour then $75.00 per hour thereafter. This charge applies to driver assist, driver load/unload, and driver count, etc.
NOTE: This is in addition to any lumper charges incurred if driver is required to perform any of the above services.

   
H. 

LUMPER: Cost, plus $25.00. Farruggio’s will pass through the cost of third-party unloading services, plus an additional $25.00 administrative fee.

 

 

I. 

STOP-OFF: Add $120.00 to the regular rate. This will provide one free hour at each stop.
NOTE: An out-of-route mileage charge may also apply. Please consult with the terminal involved to determine the total charges to be incurred.

   
J. 

CASH ADVANCES: Cost plus $25.00. Fees are due whenever Farruggio’s is required to make upfront payment for per diem, detention, demurrage or any other fee due upon equipment pickup.

 

 

K. 

LAYOVER CHARGE: Add $150.00 for overnight delay when incurred to provide requested service.

 

 

L. 

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: Load must be secured by shipper to meet AAR or Steamship lines standards as well as the Department of Transportation rules regarding blocking and bracing. IMC, Broker, and Shipper must comply with all rules…Farruggio’s will charge $150.00 per load or 25% of revenue, whichever is greater, to handle Hazardous Materials. We will not handle explosives, poisons, or materials that are hazardous due to inhalation issues, radioactivity, or being firearms or ammunition.

See also: How to Comply with Federal HM Regulations, from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

 

 

M. 

WEIGH/SCALE CHARGES: Add $70.00 plus the applicable weigh/scale fees. Also, an out-of-route mileage charge to/from the facility will be assessed to compensate Farruggio’s for any additional mileage. Please consult with the terminal involved to determine the total charges to be incurred.

 

 

N. 

C.O.D.: Add $50.00 to the regular rate. HOWEVER, the following conditions must be met:

a) All necessary instructions must be completely explained on the prenote,
b) The specific form(s) of payment must also be explained on the prenote,
c) Customer may incur a redelivery charge (see item T below) and/or power detention (see item F above) if the C.O.D. transaction is not completed in a timely manner. 

Please call ahead if there are any questions.

 

 

O. 

FUEL SURCHARGE: Due to the unpredictable nature of fuel costs, it may be necessary to implement a fuel surcharge in addition to the regular rate. Should this become necessary, an effective date will be announced. The surcharge scale is enclosed and will be based upon the Department of Transportation Central Atlantic Index posted every Monday. This surcharge will be effective from 12am Tuesday until the following Monday.

 

 

P. 

IN-BOND SHIPMENTS: Add 25% to the regular rate for all trailers and/or containers moving in-bond.

 

 

Q. 

EQUIPMENT CLEANING: It is the consignee’s responsibility to accept the entire contents of the vehicle; including all cargo, damaged product, spillage, leakage, dunnage, etc. If the consignee does not properly clean out the empty vehicle, an additional minimum charge of $100.00 will apply. Other additional charges such as: washout costs, disposal costs, stop-off charges and possible out-of-route mileage charges may also be incurred as needed.

 

 

R. 

CHASSIS RENTAL: a) Standard chassis @ $30.00/day with two day minimum. b) Tri-axle 20 foot chassis @ $60.00/day with two day minimum. Please contact the applicable terminal for specific information.

   
S. 

STORAGE LIABILITY: An allowance of 24 hours will be given for shipments stored on Farruggio’s premises. Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays do not extend this 24 hour period. After 24 hours, Farruggio’s liability for such shipments will be that of a warehouseman.

 

 

T. 

REDELIVERY CHARGE: When Farruggio’s has presented the requested equipment at the Shipper/Consignee facility as instructed by the Customer, and is subsequently turned away, the regular rate to the facility will be assessed. Also, an additional 50% of the regular rate will be charged if the equipment is to be returned to the Farruggio’s terminal. A redelivery charge equal to the regular rate will then be added when the equipment is again presented to the facility for loading/unloading.

 

 

U. 

EQUIPMENT ORDERED-NOT USED: Cancellation of an order must be made prior to dispatch. If equipment is dispatched, the regular rate will be charged. Also, an additional 50% of the regular rate will be charged to return the equipment to Farruggio’s terminal for storage. The Customer will also be responsible for payment to Farruggio’s for any penalty charges by the railroad or equipment supplier. Equipment detention charges may also apply.

 

 

V. 

OVERWEIGHT EQUIPMENT: Customer is responsible for all violations, fines, delays, accidents, etc., resulting from equipment being overloaded. This may involve an axle, axle group(s), or overall gross weight per local, state or federal laws. Customer is responsible for said payment (and/or reimbursement to Farruggio’s) for all costs incurred.

 

 

W. 

OVERSIZE EQUIPMENT: Due to a variety of road restrictions in our operating area, equipment over 96 inches wide or over 45 feet long may in some instances be deemed illegal to be operated on certain highways or portions thereof. Therefore, Customer is responsible for all violations, fines, and delays resulting from equipment being deemed overwidth or overlength in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws. Customer is responsible for said payment (and/or reimbursement to Farruggio’s) for all costs incurred.
NOTE: To avoid violations (when practical), an out-of-route mileage charge may need to be added to travel a legal but less practical route. Please consult with the terminal involved.

 

 

X. 

ACCESSORIAL CHARGES - APPROVAL/CONFIRMATION: Upon presentation of charges by fax, approval/confirmation must be received by the applicable terminal within two working days.

 

 

Y. 

TERMS: Full payment is due within 15 days. If payment is not received within 30 days, an additional 1.5% interest per month will be required as a part of the full payment.

 

 

Z. 

RELEASED VALUE: Farruggio’s liability for any loss or damage to cargo will not exceed 400 cents per pound; subject to a maximum of $200,000.00 per trailer or container. This will apply regardless of whether or not such released value is stated on the bill of lading.

 

 

AA. 

UNSAFE CONDITIONS: Farruggio’s shall not be required to perform any pick-up or delivery services to or from any location which is unsafe or impractical to operate a vehicle because of (but not limited to):

a) Condition of roads, driveways, alleys, or approaches thereto.
b) Weather conditions.
c) Inadequate loading/unloading facilities.
d) Any riots or civil/labor disturbances.

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