What is FHWA inspection?

FHWA inspections save fleets and owner-operators the expense of roadside repairs, towing, down time, and fines. The necessary inspection paperwork is essential to a trouble-free trip, and is quickly and easily obtained from your local Ainsworth Trailer Repair facility.

Can I do my own Fmcsa annual inspection?

Motor carriers may perform required annual inspection themselves. The original or a copy of the periodic inspection report must be retained by the motor carrier for 14 months from the report date.

What is required in a DOT maintenance file?

Records of all inspection, maintenance, lubrication, repairs, and upcoming maintenance. These are to be kept for one year while the unit is in service, and six months after the unit leaves service (§396.3). Copies of periodic (annual) inspections.

What is included in a DOT inspection?

The vehicle-only inspection includes brakes, fuel, cargo, exhaust, steering, lighting, suspensions, tires, steering wheel, trailer, windshield wipers, emergency exits, engine, and battery. A vehicle-only inspection can take up to about 30 minutes to complete.

What is part 396 of the 49 CFR?

49 CFR Part 396 – INSPECTION, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE

What is section 396.3 of the FMCSA?

Section § 396.3: Inspection, repair, and maintenance. Below are the available interpretations for the given section. To return to the list of parts, use the Parts link above. The menu to the left provides a full list of sections that have interpretations.

Where to find section 396.19 Inspector qualifications?

Section § 396.19: Inspector qualifications. Below are the available interpretations for the given section. To return to the list of parts, use the Parts link above. The menu to the left provides a full list of sections that have interpretations. To view interpretations for a different section, click on the menu item.

What does CFR 396.17-periodic inspection mean?

49 CFR 396.17 – Periodic inspection. (a) Every commercial motor vehicle must be inspected as required by this section. The inspection must include, at a minimum, the parts and accessories set forth in appendix G of this subchapter. The term commercial motor vehicle includes each vehicle in a combination vehicle.