Packaging Advice
Labelling
Make address labels clearly legible
Place labels on top of the parcel
Ensure label is securely affixed to the package
Include the recipients postcode
Include the recipients phone number where possible
Remove all old address labels
Ensure the barcode is placed flat
Include a return address
Include a duplicate label inside the package
Place tape or shrink wrap over labels
Put a P.O Box number on the label
Cover the barcode or routing label in any way
Stick labels onto non-stick materials
Place labels over the corner of boxes
Packaging
Use TNT self-sealing, security, plastic satchels for small items
Protect delicate items such as discs and CDs with additional protection
Wrap multiple items separately
Ensure the box/packaging used is suitable for the weight of the contents
Mark any parcels over 25 kilos as 'Heavy'
Ensure heavy items have additional support or cushioning
Pack irregular shapes with added protection
Ensure metal objects are packaged and wrapped with extra care to prevent injury to our staff and damage to other customers' goods
Ensure highly finished items are well padded for protection
Ensure fragile items are well wrapped and packed as far away from edges as possible
Place documents in sturdy envelopes
Ensure items that could come into contact in transit have protection between then within the box
Stack pallets evenly, and secure with shrink wrapping, strapping or branding
Use high quality adhesive parcel tape to seal parcels
Loosely pack breakable items with non-breakables
Leave sharp, metal edges exposed
Use flimsy boxes for heavy objects
Leave boxes unsealed without tape
Allow boxes to overhang on pallets
Stack pallets in a pyramid
Interlock or brick boxes on pallets
Send engines unless they are crated and drained of oil and other liquids
Send paint or thinners without being packed in cartons that meet regulations