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Inspecting The Trailer

Trailer Front

Header Board

• If equipped, check the header board to see that it is secure, free of damage and strong enough to contain cargo.
• If equipped, the canvas or tarp carrier must be mounted and fastened securely.
• On enclosed trailers, check the front area for signs of damage, such as cracks, bulges or holes.

Side Of Trailer

Landing Gear

• Check that the landing gear is fully raised, has no missing parts, crank handle is secure and the support frame is not damaged.
• If power operated, check for air or hydraulic leaks.

Doors/Ties/Lifts

• If equipped, check that doors are not damaged. Check that doors open, close and latch properly from the outside.
• Check that ties, straps, chains and binders are secure.
• If equipped with a cargo lift, look for leaking, damaged or missing parts, and explain how it should be checked for correct operation.
• Lift should be fully retracted and latched securely.

Frame

• Look for cracks, broken welds, holes or other damage to the frame, cross members, box and floor.

Tandem Release Arm/Locking Pins

• If equipped, make sure the locking pins are locked in place and release arm is secured.

Please refer to previous parts of this section for detailed inspection procedures regarding the following components:

• Wheels.
• Suspension system.
• Brakes.
• Doors/ties/lift.
• Splash guards.