Trailer and Semi-Trailer Inspection Training Course

1. Inspector Responsibilities and Regulatory Framework

• Inspector responsibilities including (inspection history review, visual inspections, dimensional verification, documentation checks, functional tests)

• Regulatory compliance including (SASO 2910/2022 standards, ISO requirements, manufacturer specifications, industry guidelines)

• Inspection scope including (structural components, safety systems, compliance verification, performance testing)

• Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) including (hazard identification, risk assessment, inspection priorities, resource allocation)

• Quality standards including (inspection procedures, reporting requirements, defect classification, corrective actions)

2. Trailer Classification and Technical Fundamentals

• Trailer types including (drawbar trailers, semi-trailers, vehicle carriers, specialized trailers)

• Classification categories including (O1, O2, O3, O4 categories, weight classifications, intended use)

• Technical specifications including (structural design, weight limits, dimensional requirements, performance criteria)

• Standards knowledge including (SASO 2910/2022, ISO/IEC 17025, ECE 117, manufacturer specifications)

• Safety awareness including (inspection site hazards, risk mitigation, personal protection, emergency procedures)

3. Inspection Tools and Documentation Management

• Measuring instruments including (tape measures, calipers, multimeters, ultrasonic thickness gauges, calibration requirements)

• Tool calibration including (accuracy verification, calibration schedules, documentation, traceability)

• Documentation validation including (VIN verification, compliance plates, test certificates, specification sheets)

• Report preparation including (inspection reports, defect documentation, non-conformity records, corrective action recommendations)

• Data management including (record keeping, traceability, audit trails, quality control)

4. Visual Inspection Procedures

• Structural inspection including (frame inspection, body examination, corrosion detection, deformation assessment, crack identification)

• Component inspection including (tires, rims, suspension systems, braking components, electrical systems)

• Safety equipment including (bolts, guards, couplers, chains, mud flaps, warning devices)

• Electrical systems including (wiring inspection, connection verification, lighting systems, control circuits)

• NDT recommendations including (crack detection, fatigue assessment, weld defect identification, testing requirements)

5. Dimensional Verification and Compliance Measurement

• Length verification including (semi-trailer 18m max, trailer 20m max, vehicle carriers 23m max)

• Width measurement including (2.6m maximum width, measurement procedures, tolerance limits)

• Height verification including (4.2m maximum height, measurement techniques, compliance verification)

• RUPD specifications including (550mm maximum height from ground, 100mm minimum cross member section height)

• Component verification including (kingpin sizing 2" or 3.5", tire specifications, axle spacing, weight calculations)

6. Functional Testing and Performance Verification

• Suspension testing including (durability verification, alignment checks, ISO/IEC 17025 compliant test reports)

• Tire performance testing including (grip testing, speed rating, temperature resistance, strength verification per ECE 117)

• Maneuverability testing including (360° rotation capability, radius limits, turning performance)

• Lighting system testing including (tail lights, brake lights, reverse lights, fog lights, indicator functions)

• Stability testing including (tipper trailer stability, overturn prevention, full extension testing, load distribution)

7. Defect Classification and Corrective Actions

• Defect categories including (critical defects, major defects, minor defects, compliance issues)

• Non-conformity assessment including (severity evaluation, safety impact, compliance implications, correction priority)

• NDT recommendations including (structural issues, crack detection, weld defects, material testing)

• Corrective action planning including (repair requirements, rework specifications, re-inspection procedures)

• Quality assurance including (verification procedures, compliance confirmation, performance validation)

8. HSE and Safety Management

• Inspection safety including (site safety, personal protection, hazard identification, emergency procedures)

• Risk management including (inspection risks, equipment safety, environmental hazards, incident prevention)

• Health protection including (occupational health, exposure prevention, ergonomic considerations, wellness)

• Environmental compliance including (waste management, emission control, resource conservation, sustainability)

9. Case Studies & Practical Applications

• Regional trailer inspection challenges including (compliance variations, technical challenges, quality issues)

• Complex inspection scenarios including (multi-defect situations, compliance conflicts, technical assessments)

• Inspection quality examples including (best practices, quality improvements, efficiency enhancements)

• The importance of proper training in ensuring competent trailer inspectors and maintaining vehicle safety standards