IPS Commercial Motor Vehicle Spot Inspection. SPINN

• Tractor/Truck No.

• Vehicle type

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Personnel

• Tire size

• Odometer

Driver Info

• Driver Name

• Driver's date of brith

  Date

• Driver license number and state

• Driver license endorsements

  Select tanker hazmat doubles/triples Trailer Tank/Hazmat Passenger

  • tanker
  • hazmat
  • doubles/triples Trailer
  • Tank/Hazmat
  • Passenger

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does driver have a current medical card?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• When does medical card expire?

  Date

• Is the drivers log book current?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 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?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Engine compartment

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• 2. Oil cap present and secure?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Inside the Truck Cab

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the truck cab clean and free of trash?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Do the windshield washers work?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wiper arms are in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the fire extinguisher accessible, fully charged and secured?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the horn/s working properly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Brake Check

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Outside the vehicle Inspection

• Vehicle picture.

  Media

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all lighting device lenses in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are fuel tanks free from leaks and equipped with caps?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are all the lugs on the tires tight?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the DOT reflective tape on the trailer?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

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

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is vehicle safe to operate?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Other

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Audit Certification

• Auditor signature

  Sign

• Auditor comments

• Driver signature

  Sign

• Driver comments.