Moreover, the vehicle only inspection includes:
- Brake and fuel systems;
- Suspensions;
- Tires and wheel assemblies;
- Cargo securement and coupling devices;
- Open-top trailer bodies;
- Electrical cables and systems in engine and battery compartments;
- Windshield wipers and emergency exits;
- Steering mechanism and lighting devices;
6. Enhanced NAS Inspection for Radioactive Shipments
The North American Standard Inspection for Transuranic Waste and HRCQ- Highway Route Controlled Quantities of Radioactive Material involves the inspection of:
- Inspection for radiological shipments;
- Enhancements to Level 1 inspection;
- Radiological requirements;
- Enhanced out of service criteria;
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Thereupon, the vehicles that are transporting this type of loads should pay attention on the special nuclear symbol decals that are specially developed for vehicle meeting the inspection criteria. The nuclear symbol is only valid for one trip.
Final DOT INSPECTION Tip: Use a pre-trip checklist
Performing a pre-trip inspection is a must for all truck drivers who are part of the U.S. trucking industry. After all the pre-trip checklist is the thing that can save you from both minor violations, as well as from out-of service violations.
