Operating instructions

Dole – Drivers Reference Manual
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The chief clerk will give further instructions about proceeding under the canopy. Once the
driver is told to “proceed when lane is clear”, the driver should pull forward for the EIR
inspection and MIR report. A Dole representative will conduct a thorough equipment
inspection. The driver should exit the cab for safety reasons and join the Dole representative
during this equipment inspection. He should verify all damage noted on the EIR by the
inspector prior to signing same (refer to section 1, paragraph 1.3). The driver will receive a
copy of the interchange report before proceeding into the yard. If the driver is bobtailing for a
pick-up, there is no inspection required; however all other procedures remain the same.
NOTE: Signage at the interchange details driver responsibilities with respect to the
equipment interchange inspection.
When leaving the gate area and transiting the terminal, PROCEED WITH CAUTION.
2.7.6 Procedures for Export Containers
1. Driver must inform the Chief Clerk if the container is loaded or empty.
2. If the driver is picking up an outbound container, the driver must have the freight
bill number for a fruit load or a booking number and container number for a cargo
pick-up.
3. Driver must turn in all documents on export cargo loads (Bill of Lading, Tally
Sheet and Weigh Ticket).
4. Driver should notify the Chief Clerk of any problems they cannot resolve.
5. Gate deadline for pick-up/drop-off is 3:30 PM.
6. Carriers must have a booking number for an empty container pick up.
7. The diesel generator set fuel tank must be topped off with fuel prior to returning
the unit to the terminal. If the tank is not topped off, the unit may not be accepted
and the driver may be sent out to fuel the unit.
2.7.7 Procedures for Import Containers
1. After clearing the inspection gate and receiving an EIR, proceed with caution to the
container location and stop in front and perpendicular to the container.
DO NOT BACK UNDER THE CONTAINER.
2. Double check freight bill number and container number.
3. The mechanic will disconnect the unit from shore power, stow the power cord, start
the diesel genset and check the operation of the unit.
NOTE: THE DRIVER MUST BE OUT OF THE CAB WHILE THE YARD MAN
IS PERFORMING THESE PROCEDURES.
4. The mechanic will signal the driver when it is safe to back under the load.
5. Once the container has been properly hooked up, proceed with caution to the
outbound gate area.
6. Drivers must open doors upon request for temperature and fruit condition check (pulp
& peel).