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332.2
On Route
49
Handbook M-41, TL-4, 03-01-98
Updated With Postal Bulletin Revisions
Through April 5, 2001
variations are possible depending on
mail volumes, terrain, curb line boxes,
traffic, safety, average lot frontage,
and eliminating deadheading.
323.22
Due to many variables, many route
patterns or combination of patterns are
possible. The most efficient method
should be authorized by the unit
manager with involvement of the carrier
serving the route.
323.3
Parcel Post
Many parcels may be carried with the
relays. If no one is available to receive
a parcel that is too large for the mail
receptacle or parcel locker (when
available), follow the procedures in
322.311 and 322.312.
For heavy parcels, the following
systems may be used:
a.
Begin the loop at the point of the
parcel delivery.
b.
Bypass the stop until the loop is
complete, then drive to the delivery
point with both the mail and the
parcel.
c.
If a parcel is heavy, will not fit into
your satchel, or requires a signed
receipt, determine if someone is
available at the address by ringing the
doorbell or knocking on the door at the
time of delivery of the rest of the
mail. If no answer, follow the
procedures in 322.311 and 322.312. If
someone is available to receive the
parcel, return with it after
completing the loop.
331
When delivering special services mail,
make every reasonable effort to
deliver; ring the bell or knock on door
in order to make hand-to-hand delivery
to addressee. You may tell or show the
addressee the name and address of
sender and the amount of the charges to
be collected if COD, Customs, or
postage due. You may not, however,
surrender the mail for examination or for
any other purpose until all charges
have been paid and/or a receipt has been
signed if required. When the article
cannot be delivered, you must leave a
notice that bears the location of the
delivery unit where the article may be
called for.
332
332.1
Deliver the article after the specified
amount due has been paid.
332.2
When delivery cannot be made for any
reason, complete and leave Form
3849. Endorse the article with the
reason for non-delivery, such as, No
Response, enter the date and
your initials, and return it to the delivery unit
(see exhibit 332.2).