Trailer Lift Pre-Shift Inspection Form

The trailer operator must complete this form at the beginning of each day/use

Inspection Info:

Date:*

Trailer #:*

Basic Inspection (while parked with lift on trailer)

Conduct walk around check tires (must be inflated and have acceptable tread depth above 3/32 mm)*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Walk Around Check Comments:

Check trailer free from debris and loose objects*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Trailer Check Comments:

Check brake and turn lights*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Brake and Lights Check Comments:

Check license plate*

OK
Not OK
N/A

License Plate Check Comments:

Check safety cables, chains, ball hitch and light harness in good condition*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Safety Cables, Ball Hitch and Light Harness Check Comments:

Make sure lift weight does not exceed trailer tow capacity*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Lift Weight Check Comments:

Secure all cargo with provided straps and chains*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Secure Cargo Check Comments:

Ensure vehicle, trailer and hitch are adequate for the load and are appropriately matched for level towing*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Adequate Load/Level Check Comments:

After hookup, lock the hitch and keeper pin in place*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Lock Hitch Check Comments:

Connect safety chains, leaving sufficient slack for turning and check hitch connection with trailer jack*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Safety Chains Check Comments:

Check trailer insurance is valid*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Valid Insurance Check Comments:

Function Check

Setup and test trailer brakes. Consult VES Department if unsure how to set trailer brakes.*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Trailer Brakes Check Comments:

Check brake away safety switch is functional*

OK
Not OK
N/A

Brake Safety Switch Check Comments:

Other Comments:

Inspected by:*

First Last

Department:	All
Issue Date:	June 2024
Developed by:	VES Dept
Approved by:	D. While/P. Ngo

Facilities Branch Work Procedure

Trailer Lift Pre-Shift Inspection