TRAILER INSPECTION SAFETY CHECKLIST

PROJECT CODE: ……………. PROJECT NAME: ………………………………………….…DATE: ………………..

TRAILER TYPE: ……………....REG NO…………………CONTRACTOR/ MEIL: ………………………..................

BODY: (walk-around) LAMPS AND REFLECTORS:

YES NO YES NO
No loose/broken screws, bolts, rivets Tail lamps in good condition

No ragged or sharp edges Turn signals working properly

No hazardous road damage Brake lamps working properly

All latches work & are oiled License plate lamp working properly

No rust problems Reflectors in good condition

INTERIOR: SUPPLIES:
YES NO YES NO
No broken bolts/rivets on roof Fire extinguisher

No sharp interior edges Emergency reflector stands

Hay mangers in good condition Trailer jack

Side pads intact and in good condition Lug wrench

No rotten spots in floor Spare tires

interior walls intact First aid kit

Tack compartment intact Dot reflective stripping

mirrors are in good conditions

HITCH & UNDERCARRIAGE: ITEMS NEEDING CORRECTION:

YES NO ………………………………………
Required:
Pickup hitch solid and in good condition
………………………………………………..
Receiver locking pin in good condition ………………………………………………..
Exposed wiring in good condition ………………………………………………..
Trailer nosepiece solidly bolted / welded
………………………………………………..
………………………………………………..
Cable, plug & receptacle in good cond.
Recommended:
Trailer nose jack works properly
………………………………………………..
Break-away cable in good cond. ………………………………………………..
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Break-away cable proper length
………………………………………………..
Break-away brakes properly engage ………………………………………………..
Undercarriage – no cracks or excessive rust
Inspected by: …………………………………...
Trailer brakes work properly

Date: ……………………Time: …………………………….

MEIL SAFETY DEPT XXX

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