Automated Inspections

The U.S. DOT requires 12 different inspection points on a vehicle as part of a pre- and post-trip inspection. Automating driver vehicle inspection reports (DVIRs) adds efficiency and reduces potential fines. The driver of a commercial vehicle must fill out a DVIR prior to operation. The log records and the inspection report records must be stored and presented to law enforcement as well as at the time of a carrier audit.

Many ELDs streamline and simplify the DVIR process for drivers. From a mobile phone or tablet, they can:

• sign off on a full inspection
• include detailed photos
• synchronize instantly with a central database
• customize DVIR compliance forms to include added information for specific assets
• sign and securely store completed forms to meet FMCSA data requirements

Using smart detection software, the DVIR on the ELD system can be set to ensure drivers are taking sufficient time to do a full and thorough inspection.

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