Train drivers how to complete good quality pre-trip inspection to reduce possibility of violations. Use Idealease Pre-Post Trip training videos:
English:
Tractor Trailer
Straight Truck
Spanish:
Tractor Trailer
Straight Truck
- Review CSA monthly at www.ai.fmcsa.dot.gov and enter your DOT number or name.
- Review the vehicle and driver basics with the associated inspections and cross reference the inspections you have on file with the inspections turned in by your drivers. Question those drivers who did not submit inspection reports.
- Review the “Carrier History” tab in the Tools/Resource section on your home page to determine if the number of inspections you are having is on the rise or decline.
- Review vehicle inspections and violations with your maintenance provider to reduce violations.
- Maintain copies, along with any repair orders attached if there were violations, in tractor and trailer file.
- Use the roadside inspection information, such as date, time and locations to cross reference with the drivers hours of service documentation for falsification violations.
- Train drivers how to successfully pass a roadside inspections and how to conduct themselves.
- Keep your vehicles clean and well maintained as not to be targeted for inspection.
- Advise drivers that moving violations will generate inspections.
- Consider providing an incentive to drivers who successfully pass an inspection.
Originally posted on the Idealease Safety Bulletin.