International Roadcheck 2023 Coming May 16-18!

Roadcheck returns this May with 72 hours of attention to anti-lock breaking systems and cargo securement. Approximate 17 commercial vehicles will be inspected each minute by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance. CVSA officers will conduct vehicle and driver inspections and at permanent and temporary inspection sites, in conjunction with on-road patrols.

So what will these inspections look like?

During an ABS inspection, officers will:

• Determine whether ABS is required on the vehicle(s)
• Ensure ABS lamp(s) function properly
• Check for indications of ABS malfunction

During cargo securement inspection, officers will:

• Ensure spare tires, loads, cargo and dunnage are prevented from falling, leaking, rolling, or shifting in transit
• Confirm sufficient tiedowns for weight and length of items
• Check for defective securement devices
• Inspect anchor points and structures for damage
• Verify commodity-specific cargo is secured in accordance with regulations

Cargo securement accounted for more than 10% of Out of Service (OOS) violations in last year’s check. These can prove costly and disruptive. Some ABS issues can also cause OOS violations. This year’s Roadcheck is a great opportunity to identify issues and correct them before they become significant unanticipated cost and service disruptions.

Pre-trip and Post-trip General Inspection Overview

§392.7 Equipment, inspection and use
No commercial motor vehicle shall be driven unless the driver is satisfied that the following parts and
accessories are in good working order, nor shall any driver fail to use or make use of such parts and
accessories when and as needed.

§396.13 Driver inspection
Before driving a motor vehicle, the driver shall:
a. Be satisfied that the motor vehicle is in safe operating condition;
b. Review the last driver vehicle inspection report; and
c. Sign the report, only if defects or deficiencies were noted by the driver who prepared the report, to
acknowledge that the driver has reviewed it and that there is a certification that the required repairs
have been performed. The signature requirement does not apply to listed defects on a towed unit which
is no longer part of the vehicle combination

Organization and attention to detail can help keep things running safely and smoothly. This is especially true during Roadcheck. Ensure all your identification, certification, and inspection documents are accessible, legible, and current. Use a checklist for documents and another for your own vehicle inspections – this will reduce the likelihood of human error. Safe travels!

Source and photo: CVSA