Certified Relocation Professional (CRP) Practice Exam

ERC research indicates that most companies impose what kind of limit regarding household goods shipping policies?

1. A weight limit on the shipment

2. A limit on the number of pets transported

3. A time limit on the SIT of usually 30 to 60 days

4. A geographic limit on the destination

The correct answer is: A time limit on the SIT of usually 30 to 60 days

The correct response focuses on the common practice among companies regarding storage in transit (SIT) limits, typically set to 30 to 60 days. Many organizations have established guidelines to manage costs and logistics associated with relocating employees. Setting a time limit on SIT ensures that household goods do not remain in storage indefinitely, as prolonged storage can lead to increased expenses and complications in inventory management. Storage in transit represents a phase in the moving process where goods are kept in a warehouse before being delivered to the final residence. Companies commonly recognize that extended delays in moving can disrupt their employee's transition and affect morale. Therefore, a time limit helps to facilitate a more efficient move, providing structure to the relocation process and ensuring that employees can settle into their new homes in a timely manner. While weight limits, geographic limits, and restrictions on pet transport can also be components of household goods shipping policies, they tend to be more varied and specific to individual company policies or relocation packages, rather than a standard practice reflected in industry-wide research. Thus, the emphasis on a standard time limit provides a clearer, more consistent framework that aligns with common relocation practices.