The Damage Prevention and Freight Claim Committee organizes and implements programs, testing, and documentation for the prevention of loss and damage to freight shipped in closed car and intermodal. The Committee also supports the equitable apportionment among carriers of freight claim settlements.

Damage Prevention and Loading Services (DPLS) at Transportation Technology Center Inc. (TTCI) conducts testing for railroads, shippers and suppliers in establishing industry approved loading rules and standards for closed car shipments, intermodal containers and trailers, automobile shipments, and open top shipments.

Reference Open Top Loading Rules Committee and Specially Equipped Freight Car Committee for further information on Open Top and Automobile shipments.