DOT Compliance Checklist

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

• Driver name

• Vehicle assigned

Driver Qualifications

• Does the driver have a valid DOT medical card on their person?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does management have a copy of the driver's medical information?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When was the driver's last drug test?

  Date

• Did the driver pass their last drug test?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the driver familiar with the sensors equipped on the vehicle?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the driver updated on all training courses?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the driver insured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the driver have a copy of DOT and FMSCA rules on hand at all times?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the driver aware of the proper handling procedures to follow for hazardous materials if the need arises?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Driver's Hours of Service (HOS)

• Is the vehicle equipped with the necessary sensors to monitor driver behavior?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the driver logging their HOS as mandated?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

General Vehicle Inspection Checklist

• Vehicle code

• Type of vehicle

• Does the vehicle have its necessary informational documentations and licenses such as its US DOT carrier number, Motor Carrier (MC) number, Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs), and Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) inside it?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do these documents have their expiration dates clearly readable?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the vehicle insured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is this vehicle equipped to handle hazardous materials, if needed?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When was the vehicle's last inspection?

  Date

• When was the vehicle's last maintenance or repair?

  Date

• Is the vehicle in good working order and not due for another maintenance or repair soon?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Why?

• Are the vehicle's past reports, checklists, and documents easily accessible for future drivers?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Vehicle Parts Inspection

• Assess the status of the vehicle to be used and rate their safety and working order. Attach photos of noncompliance if applicable.

• Air compressor

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Battery

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Body

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Brakes

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Clutch

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Coupling devices

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Defroster or heater

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Driveline

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Engine

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Exhaust

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Fifth wheel (if applicable)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Frame and assembly

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Front axle(s)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Fuel tanks

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Horn

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Lights (headlights, dash lights, taillights, turn indicators, and other lighting equipment)

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Mirrors

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Mufflers

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Oil pressure

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Radiators

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Safety signs for fire extinguishers, flares, fuses, and working areas

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Suspenion system

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Tachograph

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Tires

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Tire chains

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Transmission system

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Wheels and rims

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Windshield and windshield wipers

  Pass

  Fail

  N/A

• Other points of concern

Sign-off

• Comments

• Suggestion

• Signature of auditor or inspector

  Sign

• Date

  Date