Continuing Education
Equipment in Transit: Investigating Damage from Handling and Transport
Date/Time
August 6, 2026 - 2:00 – 3:00 PM Central Time
Presenter
Tony Spaldon, PE, CFEI, CVFI, EVP & Sr. Mechanical Engineer, ILC
Course Description
Transporting heavy machinery and technical equipment presents unique risks that don’t exist during normal operation. From improper rigging and tie-downs to handling errors during loading or unloading, even minor oversights can lead to costly damage and complex claims. Each phase of movement, whether by truck, rail, or vessel — introduces its own set of mechanical, environmental, and human challenges.
This one-hour course provides claim professionals with a practical framework for evaluating machinery losses that occur during transport and handling. Attendees will learn how to identify contributing factors, review critical documentation, and apply proven investigative methods to accurately assess cause, extent, and repair potential in transit-related claims.
State Approval Status
Pending:
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Indiana
- North Carolina
- New Hampshire
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Oklahoma
- Texas
- Wyoming
What You Will Learn:
- Identify risks that arise during equipment transport, rigging, loading, and unloading operations.
- Recognize common causes and types of damage in transit-related machinery claims.
- Apply investigative methods to determine contributing factors and sequence of events.
- Review key documentation such as shipping records, packing lists, and bills of lading.
- Evaluate repairability and technical considerations following transit damage.
- Recognize opportunities for recovery or subrogation based on investigative findings.