No-Touch Freight
Loads where the driver is not required to load or unload the cargo.
Definition
No-touch freight means the driver does not physically handle the cargo — loading and unloading is performed by warehouse staff, lumpers, or mechanical equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks). Most dry van and reefer OTR freight is no-touch. This is a significant quality-of-life factor: drivers handling no-touch freight avoid physical strain and injury risk. Food distribution, beverage delivery, and LTL pickup-and-delivery are notably NOT no-touch.
FAQ
What does No-Touch Freight mean?
Loads where the driver is not required to load or unload the cargo.
Why is No-Touch Freight important for truck drivers?
Understanding no-touch freight is essential for truck drivers because it directly impacts your daily operations, pay, or compliance. No-touch freight means the driver does not physically handle the cargo — loading and unloading is performed by warehouse staff, lumpers, or mechanical equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks). Most dry van and reefer OTR freight is no-touch.