Operating instructions

Dole – Drivers Reference Manual
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1.4 Outbound Equipment Interchange Report (EIR)
The Container Interchange Agreement requires a joint inspection of the equipment by the
driver and the T.I.R. clerk prior to the driver accepting custody of the equipment. Any
damages or discrepancies
detected during the joint
inspection of the equipment
will be noted on the EIR. If a
container is returned without
a joint inspection, and an
EIR has not been jointly
signed upon return of the
unit, any damage to the
equipment will be presumed
to have occurred while in the
custody of the driver.
The EIR is the legal basis for
charging the carrier for any
damages sustained to the
equipment while in the
custody of the driver.
Accordingly, it is extremely
important that close attention
be given to this inspection,
making certain that all
damages and discrepancies
are properly noted thereon.
In the event an equipment
repair or adjustment is
indicated, you should request
assistance from the M&R
supervisor to correct the
problem.
Exhibit 1.4.1 Equipment Interchange Report (EIR)
1.5 Driver Responsibilities
1.5.1 Daily Equipment Checks
Operator maintenance consists of DAILY EQUIPMENT CHECKS to be performed by the
driver. These daily checks include:
Check engine oil. Add only multi-grade SAE 15W-40 oil.
Check radiator coolant level. Add only a 50/50 solution of water and permanent antifreeze.