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Truck & Trailer Inspection Checklist: Get your inspection done digitally

Bruna Ribeiro • Sep 02, 2022

It is without a doubt that a vehicle inspection is indispensable in verifying a truck's roadworthiness for cargo transport and for ensuring the driver's safety. 


Performing regular vehicle inspections should not be overlooked. It is an important procedure that will prevent risks such as accidents and any operational downtime. 


This short article will show you how to conduct your vehicle inspection faster and more efficiently, improving your supply chain operations. 

What should you include in your vehicle inspection checklist? 

There are many types of vehicle inspection checklists, and they vary from business to business. Here are some of the most common vehicle areas you should include in your checklist: 

  • Bumper 
  • Engine 
  • Tires 
  • Floor of the Handling Unit 
  • Fuel Tanks 
  • Cabin 
  • Air Reservoir 
  • Drive Shaft 
  • Fifth Wheel 
  • Exhaust System 
  • Documents and license plate 
  • Lights 
  • Brakes 


Great. Where do you start? 

Truck inspection

Build your vehicle inspection checklist digitally 

If you're managing vehicle inspections on paper forms, you know it's time-consuming work. So, how are you going to get your inspection done faster and get rid of the unnecessary paperwork?


CargoSnap makes it easy by creating a standard template. But using a template does not mean that you or your logistics company cannot personalize it. Our no-code solution allows you to customize your checklist based on your operation's needs. 

Go to your dashboard and follow these steps: 

 

  1. Click on workflow on the left menu bar 
  2. Workflows + on the top of the page 
Adding workflow

3. Choose the workflow 'Vehicle checklist'.

Vehicle checklist workflow

In case you want to personalize it yourself: 

 

  1. Add the standard template. 
  2. Click on the template title.
Personalize your vehicle checklist

3. Edit yourself

Edit your vehicle checklist

All set. You're ready to go!

Ready to start managing your vehicle inspections faster? Sign up for a 14-day free trial today. 

Further reading 

Want to know more about how to build your workflow. We've got you covered:


- Build your own workflow

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