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Inventory Codes & Symbols

Inventory Condition Code

Also known as: condition code, item condition

Definition

An Inventory Condition Code is the letter notation on each item in the move inventory describing its condition at origin — scratched (SC), gouged (G), broken (B), dented (D), missing parts (MP), etc. Used to document pre-existing damage so it isn't confused with move-caused damage.

In practice

What it means on a move.

The crew lead or estimator notes condition codes on each item during the origin walk-through or load. The customer reviews and signs the inventory. At destination, items are checked against the same inventory; any new damage (not in the origin condition codes) becomes a claim-eligible exception.

Stakes

Why this matters.

Condition codes protect both sides. The customer is protected against being charged for pre-existing damage as if it were new. The carrier is protected against false claims for damage that existed before the move. Reviewing the codes at origin matters — disputing them later is much harder.

Our process

How Muscleman Elite handles it.

Muscleman Elite uses standard FIDO/ICCS condition codes on every interstate move. Customers review and sign the inventory at origin before the truck leaves. Copies of the inventory and condition codes are retained.

Questions we get

About Inventory Condition Code.

What if I disagree with a condition code?
Discuss with the crew lead before signing the inventory. The code can be amended on the spot if the customer and crew lead agree. Post-signature changes are much harder to negotiate.

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