N.M. Admin. Code § 18.3.11.20

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 24, December 23, 2024

Section 18.3.11.20 - PROVISIONS REGARDING SPECIFIC TYPES OF ARTICLES

A.Hazardous matter: The HGC shall not accept or transport hazardous matter or articles that cannot be taken from the premises without damaging the articles or the premises. When the HGC reasonably believes articles or Contents of packages must be inspected for compliance with this rule, the HGC shall make or cause such inspection, and may subsequently require sufficient evidence to determine the actual character of the articles. The shipper shall reimburse the HGC according to labor rates published in the HGC's tariff.

B.Perishable articles: The HGC shall not accept perishable articles or articles requiring refrigeration. The HGC may, in its discretion, accept frozen foods under the following conditions:

(1) the food is contained in a regular food freezer and is frozen solid at the time of loading;

(2) both the point of origin and the destination of the shipment are within New Mexico;

(3) no storage or delay is required in transit;

(4) delivery may be accomplished within 24 hours of the time of loading; and

(5) notwithstanding any other provision of this rule, the HGC shall in no case be liable for the condition or flavor of the food.

N.M. Admin. Code § 18.3.11.20

18.3.11.20 NMAC - N, 12-30-02, Amended by New Mexico Register, Volume XXVI, Issue 03 February 13, 2015, eff. 2/13/2015, Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024