What fields must I include?

Required fields for blanket bol (multiple pickups): Multiple pickup addresses, per-stop weights, master reference, carrier acknowledgment per stop.

Is this BOL legally binding?

Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.

Can I file a claim using this BOL?

Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.

What fields must I include?

Required fields for blanket bol (multiple pickups): Multiple pickup addresses, per-stop weights, master reference, carrier acknowledgment per stop.

Is this BOL legally binding?

Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.

Can I file a claim using this BOL?

Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.

Blanket BOL (Multiple Pickups)

How to use a blanket BOL.

Generate your BOL

Free · No signup · PDF download · VICS-format

Form type

BOL NumberShip DateFreight Charge TermsMaster BOL?Includes underlying BOLs

Ship From (Shipper)

Name *ContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

Ship To (Consignee)

Name *ContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

CarrierCarrier nameSCACPRO #Trailer #Seal #

Line items

Line 1

HU qtyHU typePkg qtyPkg typeWeight (lb)Hazmat?Yes (X)

Description

NMFC #Class

Density-based class lookup (L × W × H + weight)

Length (in)Width (in)Height (in)Weight (lb)

Third-party billing (optional)

NameContactPhoneEmailAddress line 1Address line 2City

StateZIPFOB

Customer order section (optional)

No customer orders. Add one if your shipment references PO numbers.

CoD + special instructions

CoD amount ($)CoD fee terms

Special instructions

Loaded by / counted by (carrier section)

Trailer loaded byFreight counted by

Signatures (optional)

Shipper signature

Sign here

Date

Carrier signature

Sign here

Date

Consignee signature

Sign here

Date

Tool-output, not legal advice. Verify NMFC classes and hazmat declarations before signing.

Overview

A blanket BOL covers multiple pickups under one master document. Each pickup is itemized; common in dedicated lanes and consolidations.

Key fields

Multiple pickup addresses
per-stop weights
master reference
carrier acknowledgment per stop

Common mistakes

Combining mismatched commodities, no per-stop signatures.

Blanket BOL (Multiple Pickups) — FAQs

What's special about a blanket bol (multiple pickups) BOL?: A blanket BOL covers multiple pickups under one master document. Each pickup is itemized; common in dedicated lanes and consolidations.
What fields must I include?: Required fields for blanket bol (multiple pickups): Multiple pickup addresses, per-stop weights, master reference, carrier acknowledgment per stop.
What are common mistakes?: Combining mismatched commodities, no per-stop signatures.
Is this BOL legally binding?: Yes — under 49 USC §14706 (Carmack Amendment) and 49 CFR §373.101 the BOL governs interstate carrier liability and is enforceable as the contract of carriage.
Can I file a claim using this BOL?: Yes — exceptions noted on the consignee's signed copy (POD) form the basis for freight claims under Carmack.

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House BOL vs Master BOL
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