IPS Commercial Motor Vehicle Spot Inspection. SPINN Checklist

Does driver have a current drivers license and proper endorsements to operate vehicle?

Does driver have any restrictions on his license and are they being followed

Does driver have a current medical card?

Is the drivers log book current?

If the load is placardable, does the driver have the proper endorsement on his license?

Is the drivers log book legible, does the drivers log book reflect last change of duty and does the have the last 7 days of logs on there person?

Other

1. The area under the engine is free of leaks ( oil, water, other fluids)

2. Oil cap present and secure?

Check the oil, coolant, brake and washer levels. Are they all within manufacturers parameters?

Is the serpentine belt snug and free from cracks or fraying?

Are all the hoses free from cracks, fraying or wear?

On the battery, are the posts tight and free of corrosion?

Other

Other

If the vehicle is a permitted load, is there a copy of M-938 (map) inside of the truck?

Is there a copy of the previous days DVIR inside the truck?

Is the truck cab clean and free of trash?

Are the windows clean and free of cracks that might impair the drivers ability to see?

Are the mirrors are clean and free of cracks that might impair the drivers ability to see?

Windshield wipers are clean with no dry rot or cracks that would impair their functionality?

Do the windshield washers work?

Wiper arms are in good condition?

Is the fire extinguisher accessible, fully charged and secured?

Has the fire extinguisher been inspected, with marked tags, within the last month?

Are the emergency triangles present and stored correctly? (3)

Are the horn/s working properly?

Turning on the ignition, are all the gauges functioning properly?

Is the Steering wheel free from excessive play when turned side to side?

Turn signals, 4-way emergency flashers, brake, and high beam indicator lights are all working?

Is there a copy of the vehicle registration and the company insurance in the glove box?

Is there a copy of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation (green book) in the cab?

Is there a copy of the Federal Motor Carrier Hazardous Materials Guide (orange book) in the cab?

Are the shipping papers readily available to the driver and include the MSDS sheet?

Other

Other

Apply the parking brake. Does it hold when putting the vehicle in drive and pulling against it?

Move the vehicle forward and apply the brake. Does it grab firmly with no slipping?

With the brakes fully applied and all parking brakes released are there any air leaks in the system?

Does the brake modulator activate the electric trailer brakes when applied?

Does the emergency break away device on the trailer work when the pin is pulled?

Is the emergency break away cable in good condition and properly attached to the towing unit?

Other

Other

Are the license plates on the truck and trailer properly mounted and legible?

Is the current IFTA decal visible on both sides of the truck?

Is the company name and DOT number in legible condition on both the driver and passenger sides of the truck?

Is the truck and trailer number legible on both of the units?

Are all truck and trailer lights functioning properly, including license plate lamp?

Are all lighting device lenses in good condition?

Are fuel tanks free from leaks and equipped with caps?

Are there mud flaps on the truck and trailer if required?

Is there a 20lb fire extinguisher on the trailer and is it in proper operating condition?

If the vehicle is over width, are there flags on the widest points?

If the vehicle is over width, are there oversize load banners on the front and rear of the unit?

Using a tire gauge, check the tires for proper inflation. Are they within specifications?

Are the tires free of excessive wear and damage and do they have the correct tread depth (4/32 steer 2/32 others)?

Are all the lugs on the tires tight?

Are all the rims in good condition with no bends or cracks?

If a ball hitch, is the proper size ball set for the trailer? ( if trailer is being utilized)

Are all placards if required in good condition and visible on all four sides?

Electrical wires are in good condition with no cuts or frays?

Is the electrical connection between the truck and trailer in good working condition?

Are all items on the truck and trailer properly secured and securement devices in good condition?

Does vehicle have a bed net? Is it being used?

Does the vehicle have a set of wheel chock blocks and are they being used?

Are the safety chains crossed, in good condition and properly attached to the towing unit?

Is the DOT reflective tape on the trailer?

If a ball hitch, is the proper size ball set for the trailer? ( if trailer is being utilized)

Is the ball made outside the US? If so, is it rated for the trailer that is to be pulled?

If a 5th wheel, do the locking jaws close fully?

If a 5th wheel, is the platform free of cracks and other damage?

If a 5th wheel, is the platform sufficiently greased to allow smooth sliding of the skid plate?

If a 5th wheel, do the locking pins work properly?

Is vehicle safe to operate?

Other

Other

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