FMG - Trailer Inspection

• Site conducted

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• Asset number

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
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• REGISTRATION:

• MAKE/MODEL:

• TYPE:

• TRAILER

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Coupling System

• Coupling/Hitch bolts to draw bar Tight and no damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Coupling/Hitch checked for correct operation, free from wear and tear, lubricated and adjusted where possible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Chains visually checked for wear, length and secured onto A-Frame/Draw Bar correctly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trailers <2500Kg ATM must have at least 1 safety chain fitted (Bare minimum)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trailers >2500Kg ATM and not exceeding 3500kg must have 2 safety chains of 3500Kg designation fitted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety Chains to be checked for correct compliance

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Shackles visually checked for wear and must have visible WLL and correctly rated for trailer size

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Must be rated shackles (Min 1.5 times the ATM of your trailer) Grade S (or 6) 10mm shackle stamped WLL 1.25t bare minimum

  Yes

  No

  N/A

A-Frame/Draw Bar and Chassis

• A-Frame/Draw Bar checked for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A-Frame/Draw Bar checked for correct alignment, no twists, warps or bends in frame

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• A-Frame/Draw Bar to be Non-destructive tested (NDT)for signs of metal fatigue- done by 3rd Party Vendor every 2 years

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Attach 3rd party report

  Media

• Chassis to be checked for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Chassis visual check for correct alignment, no twists, warps or bends in frame

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• VINCompliance plate checked for Chassis Number, Tare, Gross Trailer Mass/Aggregate Trailer Mass and Tyre and rim specifications

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tare must be under Gross Trailer Mass/Aggregate Trailer Mass. Correct tyre and rim size must be on trailer. Compliance plate and chassis number must be legible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Suspension and tyres

• Suspension mounting points to chassis checked for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Suspension mounting points to chassis checked for correct alignment, no twists, warps or bends

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Suspension bushes, U-bolts, rocker boxes/hangers, shackle pins, springs and shock absorbers (if Fitted) checked for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue, elongation and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Grease nipples checked and pins greased

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Axle/s visual check for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Axle/s visual check for correct alignment, no twists, warps or bends

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wheel bearings and Hubs check for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tyres and rims check rim size, fitment, tyre tread and pressure (including spare rim, tyre and mounting point)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Correct Rim and tyre specifications must be fitted to trailer- Refer to compliance plate

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wheel studs and Nuts check and tighten, check wheel nut indicators, Check Wheel brace, check wheel chock mounting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Braking system

• Trailer has correct braking system as per the ADR specifications and Gross Trailer Mass

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trailer un-braked <750kg

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mechanical Brakes/Trailer override brake>750kg<2000Kg (must have brakes on the wheels of at least 1 axle)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Electric Braking >2000kg (must have Breakaway system and brakes on all wheels and operated from drivers seat)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mechanical Override brakes <2000Kg- Hitch to be checked for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check Hitch Spring

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mechanical Override brakes <2000Kg-

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check discs, brake pads, adjusting screws, brake cables

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mechanical Override brakes <2000Kg-

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check Handbrake lever for operation, check reversing latch for operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Jockey Wheel

• Check mounting points to A-Frame/Draw Bar check for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check handle, bearings, wheel, worm drive, grease nipple

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Operate full range of jockey wheel-Check for tight spots etc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Electrical System

• Check trailer plug connection/s, wiring and mounting

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check operation and condition of all lights and reflectors

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Body

• Check Mudguards/Mudflaps

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check Number plate is visible and secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check Asset Number is visible and secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check deck/floor and body type for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check for Pre-Start book attached and in Dust/Water proof Sleeve

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Ancillary

• Check mounting of any ancillary equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check deck/floor and body type for cracks, corrosion, metal fatigue and wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check for Pre-Start book attached and in Dust/Water proof Sleeve

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fire Extinguishers - Check mountings, check in date, charged and serviceable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tool Boxes/Spill Kits etc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Check mountings, check condition for wear and tear

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pumps and Equipment check mountings, check for wear and tear, check fluid levels, check for leaks, Operate Equipment and check for defects and rectify

  Yes

  No

  N/A