Vehicle Inspection for Heavy Equipment

In the course of driving to client locations or different job sites, there’s no time for dealing with a burst tire, an overheated motor, or any other maintenance issues that could potentially result in a vehicular accident. Hence, it is crucial to regularly maintain your work vehicle and conduct pre-trip inspections. Inspecting your vehicle helps detect and correct issues before hitting the road, saving both you and your company valuable time and resources.

Our web-based Vehicle Inspection for Heavy Equipment course aims to impart a comprehensive understanding of the significance of vehicle inspections and the procedures involved in carrying out your vehicle inspection.

Upon finishing this course, learners should have a thorough understanding of:

• The significance of conducting vehicle inspections
• The procedures involved in carrying out your vehicle inspection
• Key aspects to consider during an inspection

This digital Vehicle Inspection for Heavy Equipment course encompasses the following areas:

• Inspections
• Requirements for inspections
• Rationale behind conducting inspections
• Performing a visual inspection
• Performing an operational inspection
• Tools for inspection
• Inspecting the front-end
• Inspecting the side and rear
• Tire and wheel inspection
• Inspection of brake systems and undercarriage
• Inspection of engine compartment
• Inspection of fluids and hoses
• Fuel system inspection
• Exhaust system inspection
• Checking operator’s compartment and controls
• Inspection of towing and hauling equipment
• Driver/operator inspection
• Conclusion

The course lasts approximately 30 minutes.

To pass this course, a score of 80% must be achieved. The course can be attempted up to three times to achieve the passing score.

Upon successful course completion, a certificate of completion can be downloaded and printed.