10.4 Trailer

10.4 Trailer

TRAILER FRONT

Air/Electrical Connections• Check that trailer air connectors are sealed and in good condition
• Make sure glad hands are locked in place, free of damage or air leaks.
• Make sure the trailer electrical plug is firmly seated and locked in place.

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.

REMAINDER OF TRAILER

Remainder of Trailer
* Please refer to Section 10.2 of this manual for detailed inspection procedures regarding the following components:
-Wheels
-Suspension System
-Brakes
-Doors/Ties/Lift
-Splash Guards

10.5 Coach/Transit Bus

PASSENGER ITEMS

Passenger Entry/Lift• Check that entry doors operate smoothly and close securely from the inside.
• Check that hand rails are secure and, if equipped, that the step light(s) are working.
• Check that the entry steps are clear, with the treads not loose or worn excessively.
• If equipped with a lift for the disabled, look for any leaking, damaged or missing part, and explain how it should be checked correct operation.
* Lift should be fully retracted and latched securely.

Emergency Exits• Make sure that all emergency exits are not damaged, operate smoothly, and close securely from the inside.
• Check that any emergency exit warning devices are working.

Passenger Seating• Look for broken seat frames and check that seat frames are firmly attached to the floor.
• Check that seat cushions are attached securely to the seat.

ENTRY/EXIT

Door/Mirrors• Check that entry/exit doors are not damaged and operate smoothly from the outside. Hinges should be secured with seals intact.
• Make sure the passenger exit door mirrors and all external mirrors and mirror brackets are not damaged and are mounted securely with no loose fittings.

EXTERNAL INSPECTION OF COACH/TRANSIT BUS

Level/Air Leaks• See that the vehicle is sitting level (front and rear), and if air-equipped, check for audible air leaks from the suspension system.
Fuel Tank(s)
• See that fuel tank(s) are secure with no leaks from tank(s) or lines and the fuel cap is tight.

Compartments• Check that baggage and all other exterior compartment doors are not damaged, operate properly, and latch securely.
Battery/Box
• Where ever located, see that battery(s) are secure, connections are tight, and cell caps are present.
• Battery connections should not show signs of excessive corrosion.
• Check that battery box and cover or door is not damaged and secure.

REMAINDER OF COACH/TRANSIT BUS

Remainder of Vehicle• Please refer to Section 10.2 of this manual for detailed inspection procedures regarding the following components:
-Wheels