Transportation Security

Information Security
 All information (hard copy or electronic) shall be
restricted to employees on a “need-to-know basis”
– Access to load information must be limited to operation
personnel only
– For security purposes:
• The packing slip or bill of lading number must be clearly
communicated
• Trailer numbers on all work assignments are verified
• Shippers packing slip or bill of lading number is verified
– In the event a trailer must be staged overnight, all load
related documentation will be secured in an office and
not in the vehicle
 En-Route Security
 Qualifying motor carriers
– Verify the identity of the driver and motor carrier
– Ask the driver for the name of the consignee and
destination
 Point of origin security
– Drivers shall check in with appropriate personnel and
provide identification (if requested) upon arrival at
pick-up/drop-off location
– Drivers will follow all safety and/or security
instructions at the customer facility as requested
 En-Route Security
(continued)
 Shipper Load and Count
– In the event a driver is scheduled to pick-up
the driver shall verify the following:
• The loads shipping papers
• Seal numbers (if applicable)
• Trailer number
• If a discrepancy is found between the cargo and bill
of lading or shipping manifest, the driver shall
contact their supervisor for instructions immediately
 En-Route Security
(continued)
 En-Route security procedures
– Drivers will coordinate with their
supervisor/dispatcher to prepare and execute a
routing sheet for all hazmat movements
including;
• Routes or schedules to avoid highly populated areas,
bridges, and tunnels when possible
• Fueling/break locations and times
• Times of daily/routine check calls
• Estimated times of arrival to stop offs and return
 En-Route Security
(continued)
 En-route driver security procedures:
– Drivers are prohibited from discussing information
related to their load, route, or delivery schedule with
any person other than authorized company officials
– Report any suspicious activity to your
supervisor immediately
– Drivers must make all reasonable precautions to
prevent damage or theft while in transit
– Inspect your vehicle after every stop for evidence of
tampering
– Park only in safe and authorized areas
– Drivers will lock their doors and keep windows closed
while in urban areas
 Required Documents
For the Driver
 Required Documents:
– Proof of insurance
– Vehicle registration
– Accident reporting kit
• All of the above should be kept together and easily accessible
 Conclusion
 Security is common sense
 Everyone is responsible for ensuring the
safe and secure delivery
 Additional company polices and procedures
already in place