Start with the actual load
Electrical consignments can include boxed equipment, cabinets or sensitive assemblies. Record packed dimensions, mass and the product manufacturer’s handling and environmental requirements.
The requirements to settle first
Discuss moisture protection and any specialist electrostatic or product-preservation measures with the appropriate adviser. A wooden pallet’s treatment mark does not establish suitability for those separate requirements.
An illustrative planning example
A tall cabinet may create a handling concern because of its centre of gravity even when its total mass is modest. Include the lifting and restraint information in the base design review.
Information for the supplier
Packed equipment; centre of gravity; environmental protection; lifting; receiving equipment. Give dimensions in millimetres and distinguish product weight from the gross packed weight. Include the quantity and a drawing or loading plan where available. Identify which requirements are mandatory and where you want the supplier to propose an option.
ISPM 15 and the complete packing assembly
For an export movement using regulated raw-wood packaging, confirm the applicable treatment and marking. Include timber blocks, collars, cases and dunnage added during packing. A pallet specification does not certify the cargo or replace destination, customer or handling requirements. Check the final assembly before dispatch, particularly if anything has changed after the order.
Discuss supply and delivery
Contact the team with the specification, delivery postcode, unloading equipment and the date pallets are needed for packing. New or used condition, exact construction, availability, price and delivery are confirmed against the enquiry. For repeat requirements, describe the expected frequency and how specification changes will be controlled.
Sources & further reading
Forestry Commission: wood packaging material for import and export (opens in a new tab)HSE: pallet safety, PM15 (opens in a new tab)References reviewed 7 October 2026. Confirm the current rules for your shipment with the relevant authority or freight adviser.