Pre Trip Check 11

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Under the tractor

  1. I will check my drive shaft is not cracked, bent or broken and is free of debris.
  2. I will check my universal joints are properly mounted and secure and that they are lubed.

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Fifth wheel

  1. I will check the 5th  wheel platform and slide are properly mounted and secure, no missing bolts or broken welds.
  2. I will check there is no gap between the 5th wheel skid plate and my apron and the skid plate is lubed.
  3. I will check the safety latch is properly mounted and secured and not cracked or broken.
  4. I will check the release handle is in place and not cracked or broken.
  5. I will check the locking pins on slide are properly mounted and secure and not cracked or broken.
  6. I will check the king pin is properly mounted secure is not cracked or broken.
  7. I will check the locking jaws are in correct position, properly mounted and secure and not cracked or broken.

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