Notice of Claim to be given on handing over goods
FIATA Model Rules Section 9.1.
Unless notice of loss of or damage to the Goods, specifying the general nature of such loss or damage, is given in writing to the Freight Forwarder by the person entitled to receive the Goods when they are handed over to him, such handing over is prima facie evidence of the delivery of the Goods in good order and condition. Where such loss or damage is not apparent, the same prima facie effect shall apply if notice in writing is not given within 6 consecutive days after the day when the Goods were handed over to the person entitled to receive them.
NSAB Section 29
Notice of claim shall be given to the freight forwarder without undue delay. In case of apparent depreciation or damage, notice should be given immediately upon the receipt of the goods.
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Peter Jones' Commentary:
The FIATA Model Rules for Forwarding Services use words that are very similar to clauses found in transport documents and international conventions applicable to the transport of goods. However, these obligation to give notice on handing over of the goods in cases of apparent damage, and within six days in the case of non-apparent damage may not coincide with the notice periods applicable to carriers, e.g. the Hague-Visby Rules which require notice within three days in the case of non-apparent damage.