Putting the starter key in your pocket during a pre-trip inspection helps ensure that the vehicle cannot be inadvertently started while you are inspecting it. This practice enhances safety by preventing accidental movement or operation of the vehicle. Additionally, it keeps the key secure and easily accessible when you are ready to start the vehicle after completing the inspection. Overall, it's a simple yet effective safety measure.
For your safety...
Putting the starter switch key in your pocket during a pre-trip inspection ensures that the vehicle cannot be accidentally started while you are checking it. This enhances safety by preventing unintended engine activation, which could pose risks to you or anyone nearby. Additionally, it helps ensure that the vehicle remains secure and that you have control over the keys during the inspection process.
To keep someone from starting the truck and moving it while you're performing the pretrip.
First aid kit, fire extinguisher, safety triangles,
Garbage truck drivers are require to carry a pre-trip inspection book in their trucks. The pre-trip inspection should be filled out each day before leaving.
Pre-trip School bus drivers MUST perform a complete vehicle inspection daily before starting their route. This includes all fluid levels, tire, body and general condition. Operation of all lights, warning signals and equipment. Condition and security of all seats and safety equipment. A proper pre trip inspection will take no less than fifteen minutes to complete properly.
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air or, more likely, oil are checked before a trip. Gas, too.
find problems that could cause a collision or breakdown
Valve clearance
Yes. It is a law applicable to ALL CMVs.
Keep it in your pocket.