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Handbook M-41, TL-4, 03-01-98
Updated With Postal Bulletin Revisions Through April 5, 2001
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63 Route Procedures
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631
Delivery of Parcel Post
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631.1
Determine if someone is available at the address by ringing the doorbell or
knocking on the door.
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631.2
While waiting for customer to respond, scan the parcel to verify whether:
a.
A receipt is required.
b.
Postage due or other charges are to be collected.
c.
A return receipt is requested.
d.
Delivery is restricted.
e.
The carrier release endorsement is used.
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631.3
Prepare receipts as explained in chapters 2 and 3.
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631.4
Obtain receipts and collect funds and data as explained in chapter 3 for
special services mail. If a data collection device has been assigned to your
route, see subchapter 23 for appropriate scanning procedures.
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631.5
If the parcel cannot be delivered for any reason, follow the procedures in
chapter 3.
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631.6
Endorse the article appropriately and return it to the office.
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631.7
See subchapter 23 for appropriate scanning procedures.
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632
Relay and Collection Schedule
The relay and collection schedule lists the order in which relays are delivered
to relay boxes and mail is collected from street boxes, mail chutes, and other
collection points. Observe schedule and report any deviations and/or
curtailments on Form 1571.
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633
Delivering Relays and Collecting Mail
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633.1
Proceed to first relay point on schedule for which there is a relay.
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633.2
Remove empty sacks from relay boxes and deposit relay. Make certain that
each box is securely locked. Fold sack with cord and fastener in the fold and
stack neatly in truck.
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633.3
Proceed with your assignment according to your instructions or schedule.
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633.4
When a plastic collection test card has been deposited at any collection point,
withdraw the plastic card from the mail during collection and hand to your
designated manager on arrival at the office.
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634
Delivery of First-Class to Firms
Deliver First-Class firm mail as prescribed by local instructions.
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