Detention (Wait time)
Everything you need to know about LTL detention fees.
What is a detention fee?
A truck waiting fee is charged by the hour when a driver is forced to wait at the pick-up or delivery location for reasons beyond the driver's control.
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The driver is picking up or delivering at a congested port or warehouse.
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The freight is not ready.
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No one is available to receive the driver for pickup or delivery.
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More freight is given than listed on BOL and the driver must wait for freight to be reorganized and consolidated in order to fit.
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The pick-up or delivery address is wrong.
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