CONTAINER SEALS: BENEFITS, USAGE AND APPLICATION
A container seal is a tamper-evident security seal that provides a barrier on heavy-duty entry points. Container seals are made to withstand harsh weather conditions and safeguard the container on its journey. Each seal has a unique identification number, and can only be broken once.
BENEFITS OF CONTAINER SEALS
Container Seals are typically a heavy-duty security device which provides both tamper-evident indication and a robust barrier to entry into sealed cargo. Whilst they are not strictly tamper proof in their application, they provide quality protective measures and aid in preventing and reducing theft and fraudulent activity.
The view of a sealed container should act as a deterrent to potential thieves. They also provide a visual indication to shipping personnel that the goods remain sealed and have not suffered any manipulation. The seal gives the customer a guarantee that the goods have not been opened since their initial loading. When the seal is changed on the way, we should put the appropriate information on CMR (international waybill).
The driver, during the receipt of the goods, should check first whether the goods are properly sealed. We should also check the seal numbers, and any discrepancy should be reported to the person managing the transport. If your container seal is broken upon arrival, this is a sure sign that your container has been tampered with. It’s also possible that goods may have been removed, damaged or replaced. The container seal acts as proof that your box has been handled by authorised personnel.
Container seals also protect your goods from harsh weather conditions, as they make sure the doors are closed tightly, preventing the elements from getting in. This is especially important with perishable goods such as food items and medicine.
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