CPPS Module 2 UPDATED Exam Questions
and CORECT Answers
CHAPTER 6 - MOVEMENT - CORRECT ANSWER -
Movement Definition - CORRECT ANSWER --The act or process of moving
-A change of place or position
-The physical relocation of property from one area to another
Movement of assets must ensure: - CORRECT ANSWER -the physical protection of the
assets and accurate changes of the location on the property record
The Process of Movement (from warehouse) - CORRECT ANSWER -1. Request for items
to be removed from warehouse with management approval
2. Warehouse ensures proper documentation, the record updates, and appropriate handling
3. Shipping in appropriate container
Off-Site Movements - CORRECT ANSWER -Need approval, must be only for authorized
use, person is liable/responsible, must be returned for inventory
Why Do We Have Property Movement Documents? - CORRECT ANSWER -Movement
documents or electronic transactions must be posted to the property record and retained in the
property management files for audit purposes
Types of Property Movement Documents - CORRECT ANSWER -TRASFER AND
ACCOUNTABILTY FORM
-to record mvt of prop. and transfer acct.
HAND RECEIPT
-mvt between inventory point and user
EQUIPMENT LOG-OUT FORM
,-used to track short term mvt
ELECTRONIC PROPERTY PASS SYSTEMS
-can use barcode, send emails to users w/ equipment checked out
Shipping Definition - CORRECT ANSWER -Shipping is the movement of property from
one geographical area to another, usually via commercial carrier
The responsibility for movement: - CORRECT ANSWER -rests with the shipper (unless
otherwise specified in a legally binding document or mutually agreed to by both parties) until the
property is received at its destination.
Packaging Economy - CORRECT ANSWER -Obtaining the maximum output of
adequately-protected items at a minimum cost
"Underpacking" - CORRECT ANSWER -means providing inadequate protection
"Overpacking" - CORRECT ANSWER -is the excessive application of
preservatives, packaging, or packing materials, resulting in excessive shipping costs.
Preservatives include dry ice, desiccants (a substance that absorbs water), and coatings
Packing methods - CORRECT ANSWER --Method I - Wrapper Not Sealed - Water as
liquid or vapor and corrosive atmospheres have relatively free contact with the preserved part
-Method I-A - Part Preserved - Waterproof Wrapper Sealed - Only moisture vapor penetration is
possible
-Method I-B - Strippable plastic dip-coat serves as a preservative and barrier
-Method II - Part cannot be preserved with contact preservative, sealed waterproof and moisture
vapor-proof barrier are used; traces of moisture vapor which penetrate are absorbed by a
desiccant
-Method III - Physical protection only
, Government packing and crating specifications - CORRECT ANSWER -The Government
has developed specifications for packing materials and crating that are also suitable for
commercial purposes
Shipping Containers Criteria - CORRECT ANSWER -Consider the following criteria
when selecting a shipping container: Characteristics (size, weight), vulnerability to damage,
degree of disassembly, manuf. specif., mode of trans, handling, cost
Packaging Manufactured items - CORRECT ANSWER -Packaging and shipping
specifications are commonly indicated in user manuals when/if the item must be returned for
repair or replacement
Waterproofing - CORRECT ANSWER -Is know as, "provides protection by preventing
the entry or diverting water damage"?
Marking Packages - CORRECT ANSWER -Is to ensure clear identification of contents to
display consignor and consignee addresses so that shipments can be moved without confusion or
delay
Packaging Hazardous materials - CORRECT ANSWER -(diamond shaped labels)
Packages containing dangerous goods must be permanently marked with the correct technical
name and with distinctive labels or stencils of the labels
CLASSIFIED SHIPPING DOCUMENTS - CORRECT ANSWER -Under NO
CIRCUMSTANCES shall the bill of lading be marked or stamped "SECRET" or
"CONFIDENTIAL" when shipping classified material
Hazardous Materials Regulation 49 CFR - CORRECT ANSWER -o Defines and classifies
hazardous materials
o Authorizes certain packages or containers for use in the movement of hazardous materials
o Outlines qualifications, testing, the use of containers, marking and labeling of hazardous
materials, and approved method of shipment
o Requires that commercial carriers be certified to transport a particular hazardous material
and CORECT Answers
CHAPTER 6 - MOVEMENT - CORRECT ANSWER -
Movement Definition - CORRECT ANSWER --The act or process of moving
-A change of place or position
-The physical relocation of property from one area to another
Movement of assets must ensure: - CORRECT ANSWER -the physical protection of the
assets and accurate changes of the location on the property record
The Process of Movement (from warehouse) - CORRECT ANSWER -1. Request for items
to be removed from warehouse with management approval
2. Warehouse ensures proper documentation, the record updates, and appropriate handling
3. Shipping in appropriate container
Off-Site Movements - CORRECT ANSWER -Need approval, must be only for authorized
use, person is liable/responsible, must be returned for inventory
Why Do We Have Property Movement Documents? - CORRECT ANSWER -Movement
documents or electronic transactions must be posted to the property record and retained in the
property management files for audit purposes
Types of Property Movement Documents - CORRECT ANSWER -TRASFER AND
ACCOUNTABILTY FORM
-to record mvt of prop. and transfer acct.
HAND RECEIPT
-mvt between inventory point and user
EQUIPMENT LOG-OUT FORM
,-used to track short term mvt
ELECTRONIC PROPERTY PASS SYSTEMS
-can use barcode, send emails to users w/ equipment checked out
Shipping Definition - CORRECT ANSWER -Shipping is the movement of property from
one geographical area to another, usually via commercial carrier
The responsibility for movement: - CORRECT ANSWER -rests with the shipper (unless
otherwise specified in a legally binding document or mutually agreed to by both parties) until the
property is received at its destination.
Packaging Economy - CORRECT ANSWER -Obtaining the maximum output of
adequately-protected items at a minimum cost
"Underpacking" - CORRECT ANSWER -means providing inadequate protection
"Overpacking" - CORRECT ANSWER -is the excessive application of
preservatives, packaging, or packing materials, resulting in excessive shipping costs.
Preservatives include dry ice, desiccants (a substance that absorbs water), and coatings
Packing methods - CORRECT ANSWER --Method I - Wrapper Not Sealed - Water as
liquid or vapor and corrosive atmospheres have relatively free contact with the preserved part
-Method I-A - Part Preserved - Waterproof Wrapper Sealed - Only moisture vapor penetration is
possible
-Method I-B - Strippable plastic dip-coat serves as a preservative and barrier
-Method II - Part cannot be preserved with contact preservative, sealed waterproof and moisture
vapor-proof barrier are used; traces of moisture vapor which penetrate are absorbed by a
desiccant
-Method III - Physical protection only
, Government packing and crating specifications - CORRECT ANSWER -The Government
has developed specifications for packing materials and crating that are also suitable for
commercial purposes
Shipping Containers Criteria - CORRECT ANSWER -Consider the following criteria
when selecting a shipping container: Characteristics (size, weight), vulnerability to damage,
degree of disassembly, manuf. specif., mode of trans, handling, cost
Packaging Manufactured items - CORRECT ANSWER -Packaging and shipping
specifications are commonly indicated in user manuals when/if the item must be returned for
repair or replacement
Waterproofing - CORRECT ANSWER -Is know as, "provides protection by preventing
the entry or diverting water damage"?
Marking Packages - CORRECT ANSWER -Is to ensure clear identification of contents to
display consignor and consignee addresses so that shipments can be moved without confusion or
delay
Packaging Hazardous materials - CORRECT ANSWER -(diamond shaped labels)
Packages containing dangerous goods must be permanently marked with the correct technical
name and with distinctive labels or stencils of the labels
CLASSIFIED SHIPPING DOCUMENTS - CORRECT ANSWER -Under NO
CIRCUMSTANCES shall the bill of lading be marked or stamped "SECRET" or
"CONFIDENTIAL" when shipping classified material
Hazardous Materials Regulation 49 CFR - CORRECT ANSWER -o Defines and classifies
hazardous materials
o Authorizes certain packages or containers for use in the movement of hazardous materials
o Outlines qualifications, testing, the use of containers, marking and labeling of hazardous
materials, and approved method of shipment
o Requires that commercial carriers be certified to transport a particular hazardous material
