Information

  • Trailer Number. Registration State and #

  • Vehicle type

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

  • Vehicle Mileage

  • Tire size

Brake Check

  • Does the Brake Modulator Activate ALL Electric Trailer Brakes when applied? (CFR49 393.40)

  • Is the Emergency Break Away Cable in good condition and properly attached to the towing unit? (CFR49 393.43)

  • Does the Emergency Break Away Device on the trailer work when the pin is pulled? (CFR49 393.43)

  • Other Deficiencies

  • Other Deficiencies

  • Other Deficiencies

Outside the vehicle Inspection

  • Vehicle picture.

  • Is there an Annual Inspection Decal on the Trailer, is it Legible? If not there must be a Hard copy available on the Trailer. (CFR49 396.17)

  • When does the Annual Inspection on the Trailer Expire?

  • Is there a copy of the Trailer Registration Document on the Trailer? (State Regulations)

  • Does the Trailer Registration Plate match the Registration Number indicated on the Registration card? (State Regulations)<br>

  • Does the Trailer Vin Number match the Vin Number indicated on the Registration card? (State Regulations)<br>

  • When does the Registration on the Trailer Expire?

  • Are the License Plates on the Trailer properly Mounted and Legible? (State Regulations)

  • Is the Trailer Number on the vehicle and is it Legible? (CFR49 390.21)

  • Is the Electrical Connection between the Truck and Trailer in good working condition? (CFR49 393.28)

  • Are the Electrical Wires are in good condition with no cuts or frays? (CFR49 393.28)

  • Are all Trailer Lights functioning properly, including but not limited to the license plate lamps? (CFR49 393.49)

  • Are all Lighting Device Lenses in good condition? (CFR49 393.11)

  • Is there a 20lb Fire Extinguisher on the Trailer and is it in proper operating condition?

  • Are there Mud Flaps on the Trailer if Required? (State Regulations)

  • Using a Tire Gauge, check the Tires for proper Inflation. Are they within specifications? (CFR49 393.75)

  • Are the Tires free of Excessive Wear and Damage, is the Tread Depth within allowable limits (4/32 Steer Axle, 2/32 others)? (CFR49 393.75)

  • Do the Lug Nuts Appear to be Tight on all of the wheels? (CFR49 393.205)

  • Are the Rims in good condition with no Bends or Cracks? (CFR49 393.205)

  • Does the vehicle have a set of Wheel Chocks?

  • If Required are the Wheel Chocks being Used?

  • is there a Spare Tire for the Trailer?

  • Does the Trailer Frame appear to be free of any defects and in good general condition? (CFR49 393.201)

  • Are the Safety Chains Crossed, in good condition and Properly Attached to the towing unit? (CFR49 393.79)

  • Are all items on the Trailer Properly Secured? (CFR49 393.100)

  • Are all Securement Devices in good condition? (CFR49 393.104)

  • If Rods are being used to Secure Iron in the Racks, do the Rods have R-Clips in them? (CFR49 393.100)

  • Is the DOT reflective tape on the trailer? (50% on the sides 100% on the rear) (CFR49 393.13)

  • Is the Paint on the trailer, the iron and on the equipment in good condition?

  • Is the Iron Certification Current and are the certification bands in good, readable condition?

  • Other Deficiencies

  • Other Deficiencies

  • Other Deficiencies

  • Is the Vehicle Safe to Operate? (CFR49 396.7)

Audit Certification

  • Auditor signature

  • Auditor comments

  • Mechanics signature after repairs have been completed. Date repairs have been completed.

  • Mechanics comments / notes.

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