Trailer Inspections - Weekly Checklist Kit

Towing trailers can pose significant risks if not properly maintained and inspected. Evidence shows that trailers are more likely to be involved in serious or fatal road accidents compared to standard vehicles. Of 4,173 recorded accidents involving at least one car or van towing a trailer, 100 were fatal (2.4%), 671 were serious (16.1%), and 3,402 were slight (81.5%). By comparison, the percentages for all car and van accidents are roughly 1% fatal, 11% serious, and 88% slight. This data highlights the importance of regular trailer inspections, especially in work settings.

If a trailer is used for work purposes, it falls under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER), which require that work equipment is suitable, maintained, and regularly inspected to ensure safety. Additionally, The Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986 specify that vehicles and trailers must be maintained and operated in a manner that does not endanger anyone on or near the vehicle or on the road.

The frequency of inspections and maintenance depends on the type of trailer and how often it is used, but it is strongly recommended to complete a pre-use or daily inspection before each journey. Regular checks help prevent mechanical failures, structural faults, and other hazards, keeping employees and other road users safe while also reducing potential repair costs.

The Good to Go Safety Weekly Trailer Inspection Kit provides everything needed to perform thorough inspections and maintain a clear, auditable record. Each kit comes in a sturdy, highly visible storage box, perfect for keeping completed checkbooks safe for management records. The kit contains 50 individual weekly inspection checklists, covering all critical components and structural elements of a trailer. A duplicate carbon copy of each completed checklist is retained in the book for management reference, while the original checklist can be placed in a Good to Go Safety Status Tag.

The status tag provides a highly visible indication of whether the trailer is safe for use. When inspections are completed, the checklist is inserted into the tag to show a ?Good to Go? status, giving employees confidence that the equipment is safe. If any faults are detected, the tag displays a ?Do Not Use? message, effectively quarantining the trailer until the necessary repairs are made and a follow-up inspection confirms safety.

The kit also includes a practical wallet and pen, which protects the checkbook from wear and tear while providing a convenient writing surface, even when inspections are conducted outdoors or on the move. For added security and accountability, 100 tamper-evident seals are provided. These seals attach to the status tag to indicate that the checklist insert has been verified and prevent unauthorized access.

Weekly Trailer Inspection Kit includes:
1 x Status Tag - attaches to the trailer and clearly displays its inspection status.
2 x Safety Check Books - providing 50 individual checklists, allowing one to be completed each week. Additional books can be ordered as required.
1 x Check Book Wallet & Pen - stores the current book and provides a stable writing surface while performing inspections.
100 x Tamper Evident Seals - prevent unauthorized access to the status tag and provide a visual confirmation that the inspection has been verified.

This kit allows organisations to maintain a consistent inspection regime, ensure compliance with PUWER and road safety legislation, and provide a clear audit trail of trailer inspections, keeping employees and vehicles safe at all times.