Loading dock checklist
Date
Time
Dock door number
Trailer or carrier
Checked by
Driver name
Dock plate and edges
PassFailN/A- Dock plate or leveler works and sits fully on the trailer bed
- Lips, hinges and safety legs are undamaged
- Dock edge is marked and the bumpers are intact
- Door and door tracks work and aren't damaged
Trailer and restraint
PassFailN/A- Wheel chocks or vehicle restraint are in place before loading
- Restraint light or signal shows the right status, per your procedure
- Trailer floor is sound, with no holes or soft spots
- Trailer walls and roof are free of hazards
- Landing gear is down and supported, if the trailer is uncoupled
People and traffic
PassFailN/A- Driver and dock crew have talked, and the driver knows to stay clear
- Forklift and pallet jack paths are marked and clear
- Walkways for pedestrians are separate and marked
- Lighting is good in the trailer and on the dock
Housekeeping
PassFailN/A- Floor is free of spills, ice, debris and loose banding
- Dock plate and floor near the edge are clear
- Pallets and gear are stacked away from the door
Defects found and action taken
Taken out of service? Yes NoReported to
Inspector signature
Date
Supervisor review
Date
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