Criteria
securely mounted, bolts present and tight, not broken or cracked, no foreign objects that would cause me to trip or fall, non slip surface.
What is catwalk and steps
Hose, Chamber, push rod, slack adjuster, drum, shoes
What is brake system.
What are the 3 step air brake tests
what is Leak test, Low air warning devices test, trailer protection valve and parking brake valve pop out test.
Steering system
What is: Gear box, pitman arm, drag link, uper & lower control arms, 3 ball socket joints, 3 sets of castle nuts and cotter pins.
Sliding tandem components
what is release lever/button, air line, locking pins.
Securely mounted, Not broken or cracked, cap is present, no sign of leaks.
What is valve stem
Securely mounted, bolts present and tight, both bushings not loose worn or missing, not bent or cracked, no signs of leaks
What is Shock absorber
What gauges need to checked on dash
What is Oil pressure gauge, primary and secondary air gauge, voltmeter, and coolant temperature gauge
Suspension system
What is: front and rear spring hanger both bushings, leaf springs, shock absorber, u bolts with 4 large nuts on bottom.
Left & Right turn signal, four way flashers, high beam.
what is indicator test
NO abrasions bulges or cuts
What is tire sidewalls
No cracks holes loose or missing bolts no oil leaks, when rubbed with hand
What is brake drum
DOT required, commonly stored in glove compartment
What is Spare Fuses, and Circuit Breakers
underside of tractor
What is: Frame, drive shaft, u joints, torsion bar,
Railroad crossing procedure
What is roll down windows listen look left and right do not shift brake or accelerate while crossing tracks. look behind to make sure trailer has completely crossed tracks.
Secure, locked properly in place, solid and free of damage
what is glad hands
Both securely mounted, caps present no leaks, use tire guage to check air pressure
What is valve stems
3 tests performed to ensure breaks are properly adjusted and are safe to operate.
what is Parking brake test, trailer protection valve check, service break test.
rear tractor axle suspension system.
What is: spring hanger, control arm, u bolts with 4 nuts on bottom, air bag.
next item checked when exiting truck after in cab
what is side box to check for reflective triangles
Securely mounted, not cracked or broken , all bolts present and tight, no indication of leaks it is gear driven
What is air compressor
minimum tread depth for steer tires
what is 4/32"
fan brakes too about 60 psi
What is low air warning devices test
Connected tightly on both ends, bolts present, bushing tight and not worn, the adjustments is tight, no bolt missing, not bent or broken
what is torsion bar
every single one of these must be inspected
What is lights