Amazon Relay insurance requirements

“Commercial General Liability not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate”

“Auto Liability not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, including a trailer replacement coverage of $50,000”

“Cargo coverage of at least $100,000 Workers’ compensation insurance in all jurisdictions where your company operates”

“Employer liability not less than $100,000 per occurrence”

“Any obligation for which the "insured" or the "insured's" insurer may be held liable under any workers' compensation, disability benefits or unemployment compensation law or any similar law.”

“"Property damage" to or "covered pollution cost or expense" involving property owned or transported by the "insured" or in the "insured's" care, custody or control.”

“"Bodily injury" or "property damage" arising out of the ownership, maintenance, use or entrustment to others of any aircraft, "auto" or watercraft owned or operated by or rented or loaned to any insured.”

“If you’re running a semi, you’ll also need $50,000 in trailer interchange coverage. Companies with W-2 employees need Workers’ Compensation meeting state guidelines and $100,000 in Employers Liability per occurrence.”

“For-hire (In interstate or foreign commerce, with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 or more pounds) Property (nonhazardous) $750,000”

“The majority of Amazon Relay loads are power-only – you bring your tractor, we’ll provide the trailer.”

“Only those "autos" described in Item Three of the Declarations for which a premium charge is shown (and for Covered Autos Liability Coverage any "trailers" you don't own while attached to any power unit described in Item Three).”

“We will pay all sums you legally must pay as damages because of "loss" to a "trailer" you don't own or its equipment under:”

“Only those "trailers" you do not own while in your possession under a written "trailer" or equipment interchange agreement in which you assume liability for "loss" to the "trailers" while in your possession.”

“You can view our complete performance and safety expectations in the Amazon Relay Program Policies when you onboard.”

“You’re moving 53’ containers provided by Amazon (including chassis). Uniform Intermodal Interchange Agreement certification is a standard and simple sign up, not a certification exam.”

“Motor Carrier agrees to defend, hold harmless, and fully indemnify the Indemnitees (without regard to whether the Indemnitees' liability is vicarious, implied by law, or as a result of the fault or negligence of the Indemnitees)”

“It is agreed that such insurance as is afforded by the policy for Auto Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability applies to liability assumed by the named insured, as "Motor Carrier Participant", under Section F.4. of the Uniform Intermodal Interchange and Facilities Access Agreement”

“Up to 40% off, including high roof gas and diesel vans, 16ft box trucks, 26ft box trucks, and daycabs.”

“Only those "autos" you lease, hire, rent or borrow.”

“For-Hire Property Carriers (Non-Hazardous) GVWR ≥ 10,001 pounds $750,000 $0 $0 BMC-91, or BMC-91X, or BMC-82”

“Such insurance as is afforded, for public liability, does not apply to injury to or death of the insured's employees while engaged in the course of their employment, or property transported by the insured, designated as cargo.”

“26' box truck with a functional tuck-under lift-gate”

“26’ or 16' standard and refrigerated box trucks”

“To maintain the integrity of this cargo, your reefers must meet all regulations under the FDA’s Sanitary Transportation Rule”

“Our freight calls for dock height box trucks (aka straight truck). For quick loading and unloading, we also require box trucks to have a functional tuck under the lift gate. Cargo vans cannot be used for loads on Amazon Relay.”

“For-Hire Property Carriers (Non-Hazardous) GVWR < 10,001 pounds $300,000 $0 $0 BMC-91, or BMC-91X, or BMC-82”

“Fleet including only vehicles under 10,001 pounds (4,536 kilograms) GVWR Property (non-hazardous) $300,000”

“At 84 FR 51433, Sept. 30, 2019, the suspension was lifted and amendments were made to § 387.303. In that same document, § 387.303 was again suspended indefinitely.”

“The rules in this subpart do not apply to a motor vehicle that has a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of less than 10,001 pounds.”

“FMCSA will not grant operating authority registration until the registrant has in effect the minimum levels of financial responsibility on file with FMCSA.”

“While Relay typically requires your DOT number to be at least 180 days old to complete onboarding, we encourage you to apply early”

“The first Named Insured shown in the Declarations is authorized to make changes in the terms of this policy with our consent. This policy's terms can be amended or waived only by endorsement issued by us and made a part of this policy.”

“Make sure to match your application details to the FMCSA database, down to the last dash.”

“A DOT number, with interstate authority and that has been active for minimum of 180 days, and a valid MC number.”

“A “Carrier” entity type that is Authorized for Property and for Hire”

“Amazon Relay carriers need a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Safety Rating of “Satisfactory,” “None,” or “Not Rated”.”

“Unsafe Driving below 60% HOS Compliance below 60% Vehicle Maintenance below 75% Controlled Substances / Alcohol below 75% Driver Fitness below 75%”

“As your business grows or your operations change, your insurance needs might evolve. Adding vehicles, hiring drivers, or expanding your operating radius can all affect what coverage you need and what you pay for it.”

“You submit your current insurance details when you apply to Relay. Then our third-party vendor gets the COI from your company’s agent, broker, or insurance company on file.”

“Before your policy expires, you’ll add your updated details through the Insurance tab in your company’s Relay account. We recommend doing this at least 5 days before your policy ends to give Amazon enough time for verification.”

“Carriers ultimately decide who they get their coverage from.”

“As part of our deals and discounts for onboarded Relay carriers, we offer the opportunity to recieve competitive quotes through McGriff Insurance on coverage that meets Amazon’s requirements.”

“Discounts and preferred pricing are only available to active Amazon Relay carriers and are subject to program policies.”

“Newer carriers typically pay between $12,000 and $18,000 annually for the required coverage (your MC must be active for at least 180 days before you haul with Relay). Experienced carriers with clean records often pay $8,000 to $14,000.”

“Your premium isn’t just about meeting minimum requirements. Insurance companies use several factors determine what you’ll actually pay.”

“A carrier needs to invite their drivers to create a profile in the Relay app.”

“The lease shall clearly specify the legal obligation of the authorized carrier to maintain insurance coverage for the protection of the public pursuant to FMCSA regulations under 49 U.S.C. 13906. The lease shall further specify who is responsible for providing any other insurance coverage for the operation of the leased equipment, such as bobtail insurance.”