Driving: Vehicle Pre-Trip Inspection for the Trucking Industry

Federal and state laws require trucking vehicles to be inspected before each trip. This safety training video walks viewers step-by-step through a vehicle inspection, explaining what to look for before getting behind the wheel.

This course covers engine and cab inspection, walk around inspections, the fifth wheel, air lines and electrical connections. An inspection should be done the same way each time so you remember which points to check. Viewers learn how to check the conditions of door locks, wheels and rims, tires, suspension systems and other areas.

For your safety and the safety of other drivers watch this training course to learn how to do a thorough inspection of your truck.

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• Introduction
• Vehicle Inspection Basics
• Engine and Cab Inspection
• Walk Around Inspection
• The Fifth Wheel
• Air Lines and Electrical Connections
• Conclusion