Document for the transport of goods by road

Document for the transport of goods by road

Crucial Information

The road freight transport document, also called CMR, affirms the existence of a transport contract between two companies and ensures its correct use.

Also, it is used as proof or receipt of delivery compliance for the carrier.

What information must be filled out in a road freight transport document?

The road freight transport document contains information that is subject to the rights and objects of the contract, which is the following:

• Date and place of compliance of the CMR
• Information and address of the sender, carrier and recipient
• Description of goods
• means of transportation
• Loading, unloading and delivery location
• Instructions for customs (if necessary, as well as necessary accompanying documentation).

What documentation do all vehicles have to carry?

All vehicles must always carry the following documents to be able to transport goods:

Vehicle documentation

Vehicle documentation is always essential to be able to transport the merchandise. It is the following:

• Driving license: in force.
• ITV Technical Data Sheet
• Vehicle insurance: Documentation that proves it or receipt of being up to date with payments.
• Transport card or authorization: Authorization that allows carriers to carry out transportation on behalf of others.
• Certificate of approval: Necessary documentation for all ADR vehicles, as it certifies that the vehicle meets the requirements for the transportation of said merchandise.

Carrier documentation

The documentation that the carrier must carry is the following:

• Driving license: According to the type of vehicle being driven, taking into account weight and dimensions.
• Passport or ID card
• Digital discs: The carrier must have its disk history for the day in question and the previous 28 days as long as the vehicle has a digital tachograph.
• Special Authorization-Training Certificate: Document necessary to be able to transport dangerous goods. This type of document certifies that the driver has the necessary training to transport said merchandise.

Cargo documentation

The documents necessary for the transportation of the cargo are:

• Waybill: Document that indicates where the goods being transported and their quantities are taken.
• Instructions for the carrier: Document only mandatory if we are talking about the transport of dangerous goods. If there is an accident in which these types of goods are involved, they are necessary for the authorities.

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