Whenever you are using a parcel service to deliver any goods, you will obviously want whatever you send to arrive in the same condition it left in.
Many people may think that if they have sent something and it gets to its destination having been damaged along the way then it is the courier's fault.
However, this will not always be the case as it may be down to whoever packaged the item.
If you are sending anything through the delivery system then you should do everything you can to make sure that you package your goods properly.
Say for example you have got something that is fairly fragile that you need to send.
If you just stick the item into a box and then send it on its way then the chances are that it could get broken in transit.
This may not be due to negligence on the companies behalf but more to do with the fact that you haven't added any protection.
There are a number of ways that you can protect whatever it is you are sending and you should use as many as possible to ensure your package arrives in one piece.
Firstly is the outside packaging, you should use a sturdy, corrugated cardboard box if the item is liable to break.
When you are putting your item in the box you should make sure that it is packed with bubble wrap, packing peanuts or newspaper to provide layers of cushioning.
Also try not to have the item too close to the edge of the box so that any minor bumps or drops will not affect it.
By following these simple guidelines, you can make sure that you have at least done your part in getting your item sent safely with a parcel service.