The liquid bulk transportation industry is one of the oldest and most profitable industries. The product that they transport could be anything from simple beverages, alcohol to chemical substances. Since the product can be anything even a small mistake could lead to a lot of problems for a lot of companies. Therefore, there are a lot of safety measures and protocols put in place to minimize mishaps, which the various companies in the supply chain should follow.
When on the route in case if there is any problem it is important to identify who is responsible to solve the issue so that you don’t have any problems in the future. A simple liquid bulk supply chain consists of three players, namely shippers, receivers, and carriers. Of course, the supply chain is not always this simple, rather it consists of a complicated structure, but for now, we will look at the responsibilities of these three parties.
The Shipper’s Responsibility
In a liquid bulk transport supply chain, a shipper is responsible to load the carrier and have proper communication between the carrier and the receiver. They should also have a thorough understanding of the physical and chemical properties of the product so that they can make the proper documents required to transport the goods.
The shipper is responsible to make sure that the trailer is clean before the loading process and makes sure that the driver has everything needed for the journey including the bill of lading (BOL). Finally, they also need to make sure that all the government regulations follow to the point.
The Receiver’s Responsibility
In a liquid bulk transport supply chain, a receiver is responsible to unload the cargo from the carrier. They need to make sure that they are unloading the right commodity and make sure that it is stored in the right place.
The receiver should make sure that it provides a safe and clean location for the unloading process and it should also meet all the standards of regulation. Finally, they should also assign a supervisor of the unloading process.
The Carrier’s Responsibility
In the supply chain, a carrier is responsible to transport the cargo from one place to another. In addition to it, they need to make sure to transport the cargo safely and provide clean and standard vehicle transportation.
The carrier is responsible to provide any kind of accessories such as compressors, pumps, hoses, and fittings. These materials should follow all the standards required as per law. The carrier should also make sure to provide all the necessary items for the driver.
Conclusion
A liquid bulk transport supply chain can be a complicated process. It is important to identify the key players involved in the supply chain process and understand their individual responsibilities. If all the players perform their duties properly, work responsibly, and follow all the regulations, then the whole supply chain will work in harmony and there will be minimum mishaps in the future.
