Not many people
realize this but making sure that all the necessary checks are conducted before
one sets out on a hauling trip is just as important and necessary as the actual
hauling trip itself. Since this vital step is usually ignored by a lot of people,
they tend to suffer a lot of damage because of this fact. Consequently, the
hauling order suffers a loss and the company will suffer a loss too. Not only
will the money go but the reputation will also fall apart if one does not go
through all the necessary pre-hauling preps for their flatbed trailers. In this article, an attempt has been made to properly go through
and mention all the necessary steps that need to be taken.
First and
foremost, one needs to make sure that all the loading ramps have been properly
secured and that they are inside the trailer. A lot of people tend to leave the
ramps out and they get left behind on the hauling site. This can be drastic for
business since a lot of time and money will be wasted in finding replacements
or looking for the original one. Moreover, the restraints need to be properly
checked up too. A single lose wedge or a carelessly tied up block will cost the
firm the entire order and the money will simple go on down the drain. Flatbed
trailers usually come with a lot of preinstalled restrains and one needs to
take advantage of whatever has been given with the vehicle.
The hitch needs
to be checked before the trip. Make sure that it is in great condition and that
it is strong enough to execute its job. If it is not, have it replaced
immediately. One cannot suffer the damage that may come if the front of the
trailer falls apart and the back goes off somewhere else. Look for signs of
wear and tear and make sure that it is lubricated every day before work starts.
Properly check all the locking mechanism in dump trailers before every trip and
make sure that if possible, install more locking mechanisms so that the goods
are properly secured.
Next up, one
needs to check all the electric connections. This means that a thorough check
of the engine will also be required. Make sure all the electrical wires are
properly covered up, especially if one is carrying goods that are
electricity-friendly.
Dump trailers often have electric
lights on order to allow the driver to check the remotest parts of the trailer.
Make sure that they are all in good working conditions before setting off for
the journey. The breakaway switches for the electric brakes need to be tested
and the electrical plug needs to be checked too. Properly check every single
lighting connection.
Check the
battery and the charge on it. Make sure there is enough left for the journey.
The battery is amongst the most important parts of a trailer – it is more
important in a trailer than in a car and a trailer battery usually consumes
more power. Thus, it needs to be stronger and more powerful than a car’s
battery.
