![]() ![]() The FMCSA works in conjunction with a private organization called the Commercial Vehicle safety Alliance (CVSA). There are 6 levels of a DOT inspection, some are longer and more thorough than others.ĭOT or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration all by itself doesn’t determine how many levels of inspection or what they should even contain. Yes I know that doesn’t happen all the time. During a DOT audit, inspectors will pull these reports to ensure that the deficiencies that the driver finds are getting fixed. The mechanic in turn should be making corrections and signing off on repairs made. ![]() Per DOT these reports are supposed to be filled out each day and turned in. Note that this form is not required for a pre trip only the post trip at the end of the day if there are safety related defect. I can’t guarantee 100% of the time of course, but it does drastically reduce how many violations you could potentially receive.ĭoing your pre trip in the morning and completing a DVIR each day when your supposed to (and not pencil whipping it) helps you to see what’s going on with your vehicle and stay on top of any potential problems.Ĭan’t remember all the items? No worries check out the below image of a DVIR post trip inspection form. In my experience, drivers that do regular and thorough pre trip inspections on the items that are listed on their DVIR (driver vehicle inspection report) tend to do very well. This is really where it all starts – with you. Pre-Trip Inspection And Post Trip Inspections In this article, I will try and focus on the inspection and help you navigate the process and what to expect. Generally speaking, you’re allowed to proceed unless specifically pulled in, which is the method used in my state. No matter where you fall, there will come a time when you will have to submit to a DOT truck inspection either roadside or at a check station or “chicken coop”.Įach state runs their checkstations a little different, but in general after pulling into the checksite, a ‘smartly uniformed attendant’ will direct you to a lane to start the inspection. Some people can’t stand DOT and others don’t mind having their vehicles inspected. No matter what kind of commercial vehicle your drive, this article will give you tips and actionable advice on what to expect and how to prepare for DOT truck inspection either roadside or at a check station. However, an enforcement official may request that additional information be provided by email, fax, or similar means within 48 hours for follow up after the conclusion of the roadside inspection.Like it or hate it, getting a DOT truck inspection is all part of the whole truck driving gig. As long as the information made available for display on the AOBRD meets the requirements of § 395.15(i)(5), the driver and motor carrier are not required to provide additional RODS documentation to an enforcement official at the roadside. The FMCSRs do not require AOBRDs to provide a hardcopy printout for an enforcement official. If you are using the Motive Vehicle Gateway (engine-connected hardware that automatically records driving time), you do not have to print your logs for an officer at the time of an inspection. You can print your logs directly from the Motive Driver App by following these directions for Android and iOS. However, an officer can request a printed copy at the time of an inspection. Many officers will view your logs on your mobile device or accept a copy of your logs via email or fax. FMCSA guidance for rule 395.8 states:Īt the time of an inspection of records by an enforcement official, the driver may display the current and prior seven days RODS to the official on the device’s screen. If the enforcement official requests printed copies of the RODS, the driver must be given an opportunity to print the current and prior seven days RODS (if required on those days) at the time of inspection. If you are using the standalone Motive Driver App to manually record your driving time, you may be required to print your logs for an officer at the time of an inspection. ![]()
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