Title Page

  • Truck #

  • Trailer #

  • Conducted on

  • Location
  • Prepared by

Pre-trip Trailer Inspection Checklist

  • Wheel bearing play within acceptable limits

  • Tires and wheels in good condition

  • Lug nuts tight

  • Lights operational

  • Trailer brake operation satisfactory

  • Fenders and mud flaps, if equipped, secure and undamaged

  • Springs and shackles in good condition

  • Trailer floor undamaged

  • Safety chains in good condition

  • Warning equipment, e.g., reflective triangles, in the vehicle or trailer

Chassis

  • Frame

  • Axle beam

  • Springs

  • U bolts

  • Shackles

  • Wheel bearings repacked

  • Hub bolts

  • Wheels

  • Tires

  • Trailer hitch

  • Safety chain

Lights

  • Clearance

  • Stop and taillights

  • Turn signals

Electric Brakes

  • Lining

  • Shoe adjustment

  • Backing plate bolts

  • Drum condition

  • Electromagnet

  • Armature disc

  • Wiring

  • Terminals

  • Connection plug

Brake Controls

  • Electric controller unit

  • Proper voltage

  • Connector plug

  • Wiring

  • Manual brake controls

  • Hydraulic brake controls

Completion

  • Name and Signature

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