Always complete your Pre-trip inspection to keep you and everyone else on the road safe. It is also mandatory by law that all drivers to fill in a Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIR) to ensure their truck is road safe before hitting the road. Use this checklist to ensure your truck is roadworthy before you hit the road:
- Tires have a proper tread depth, closed valves, and are well inflated.
- The brakes operate correctly and have no leaks.
- Fluid levels are well-maintained, including brake fluid, coolant, oil, and transmission fluid.
- The coupling system has no defects—the fifth wheel, airlines, gap, mounting bolt, and locking jaws are all in place.
- The safety equipment is in working condition and properly secured (including fire extinguishers, a first aid kit, and reflective triangles).
- All the lights are functioning well—check the headlights, flashers, turn signals, and brake lights.