DOT Inspector Reporting and Documentation 3

Question 1

Which section of the inspection report captures the inspector's certification level and the type of inspection performed?

Accepted Answer

Inspector information and inspection type section

Answer

The inspector information and inspection type section records the inspector's certification level and which of the Level I–VI inspection types was conducted.

Question 2

What does a 'North American Standard Out-of-Service' (OOS) sticker placed on a vehicle indicate in the inspection record?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle is prohibited from operating until specified defects are repaired

Answer

An OOS sticker indicates the vehicle has critical defects and is prohibited from being operated until those defects are corrected and verified.

Question 3

When documenting tire violations on an inspection report, which measurement or condition must the inspector specifically record?

Accepted Answer

Tread depth measurement, location on vehicle, and specific regulation violated

Answer

Tire violations require the inspector to document tread depth, the specific tire's location on the vehicle, and the regulatory citation for the violation.

Question 4

An inspector conducting a Level II walk-around inspection finds a cracked windshield obstructing the driver's view. Under which CFR part is this violation cited?

Accepted Answer

49 CFR Part 393

Answer

Windshield obstruction violations are cited under 49 CFR Part 393, which covers parts and accessories necessary for safe operation.

Question 5

When must an inspector issue a copy of the completed inspection report to the driver?

Accepted Answer

At the conclusion of every inspection, regardless of outcome

Answer

Inspectors must provide a copy of the completed inspection report to the driver at the conclusion of every inspection, whether or not violations were found.

DOT Inspector Certification Practice Test

DOT Inspector Certification Practice Test

DOT Inspector Reporting and Documentation 3