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TG.LEE Gate Check - Straight Trucks

by Tim Humphrey, from the Community

Conduct fast and reliable gate checks for straight trucks with this TG.LEE template. Confirm driver and vehicle documents including drivers license, medical card, vehicle registration, insurance, IFTA, and ELD instructions. Record the presence of spare log books, DVIR book, accident kit, fire extinguisher, spill kit, fuses, and safety triangles. Inspect cab functions including dashboard lights, city horn, highway horn, wipers, and defroster. Verify DOT markings and company name on the door and confirm annual inspection status. Check windshield and mirrors for damage. Walk around to review lights, engine components, wheel hubs, seals, lug nuts, tire tread, slack adjusters, airlines for rubbing or chafing, suspension, steering components, brake chambers, pads, air tank relief valves, frame, mud flaps, DOT bumper, gate latch, conspicuity tape, license plate, and fuel tank sticker. Capture notes on defects and additional truck damage.

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