In cases where you think that the DOT inspection is not accurate and the officer is wrong, don’t try to argue with the officer.
Take the issue at the cord if you have to, but don’t do it there at the spot. You won’t gain nothing but more time spent in place and you know as well as I do that time is money this days. If you don’t roll your tires, you are not making any!
Remember, just as you don’t like to be told how to drive your truck, don’t tell the DOT inspectors how to do their job.
So here without any further delay, let me present you some tips for truckers on how to best handle a DOT inspection.
10 Best Advice’s for Handling a DOT Inspection like a Boss
1. Be Respectful, Courteous Pleasant and Professional During the Entirety of the Inspection
I know it’s not easy, but if you are visually stress, try to calm down and avoid any discussion that can put you through a greater risk of getting punished for things that you didn’t even know that exist on your truck.
