{"id":321,"date":"2023-01-10T19:31:30","date_gmt":"2023-01-10T19:31:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/digitalcraftstudios.com\/?p=321"},"modified":"2023-01-10T19:31:30","modified_gmt":"2023-01-10T19:31:30","slug":"pre-and-post-trip-inspection-basics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/digitalcraftstudios.com\/pre-and-post-trip-inspection-basics\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre- and Post-Trip Inspection Basics"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pre- and Post-Trip Inspection Basics – <\/strong>If you want to keep your assets on the road and working well, pre- and post-trip inspections are critical. These can also help you avoid violations and fines as part of roadside inspections, as mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration<\/a> (FMCSA).<\/p>\n

Drivers must perform these inspections before heading out each day as well as when they return. Pre- and post-trip inspections are even more important if your fleet has older assets.<\/p>\n

Inspection Forms<\/h2>\n

You should use a standard inspection form as the driver conducts each check so nothing is missed. It\u2019s important to be systematic. The driver should start at the front left side of the truck, then continue all the way around the truck so nothing gets overlooked. Paper checklists are better than nothing, but digital ones on smartphones or tablets are the best option for accountability and tracking.<\/p>\n

Checklists<\/h2>\n

The FMSA has a checklist all drivers can abide by in order to cover key areas of your truck.<\/p>\n