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I always do a post trip before bedtime....I do them all pre trips, in the middle of trips, and post trips.....because if anything goes wrong then it would be my fault for not catching the problem...

 

I'm sure LogsRus will say the same thing. It must be done at the end of the each days work. §396.11.

 

I never said it's required to show 15 minutes. What I was trying to get across is that the items you are required to check will take at least 15 minutes if you do it right. You said a pre-trip is just a walk around and believe me I would have never said a word except for the fact that some new drivers read this board all the time and look for correct information from driver with as many years as you have. I suggust you read § 392.7 and then tell me it takes just a couple of minutes. I know you don't do that because I read your other posts but some of these kids might just do a walk around and then go out a kill someone because they didn't check what they should have. Especially the brakes.

 

EXACTLY! The more the merrier

 

You have a valid point Gashauler. I do not dispute a THOROUGH inspection does in fact take more than 2 minutes. I was attempting to relay the information extolled by Texas State Trooper Monty Dial on the "Ask The Law " segment I heard on Sirius Satellite Radio Channel 147.

The more thorough an inspection the greater chance you will detect something wrong. Unfortunately we have many folks (myself included) that do not get down on the ground to inspect the underside of the trailer, pulling slack adjusters, or checking for leaking wheel seals. I actually count on the maintenance department to catch the things I didn't during the pm services. If I discover a serious problem then I will address it right away. I know you all will probably think less of me now but hey I am just being honest. I am Glad some of you fellas actually do get down and dirty to check out your rigs. Your a better inspector than me!