To track trailer or vehicle inspections and submit findings, you can create pre-trip and post-trip Driver Vehicle Inspection Report (DVIRs) using the Samsara Driver App. Completed DVIRs are available in the app for up to 14 days.
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Select the vehicle or trailer that requires a DVIR.
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From the Samsara Driver App home screen, tap DVIR.
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Tap Create DVIR.
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For HOS tracking, if your current status is Off Duty, you will be prompted to Go On Duty before beginning your DVIR.
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Complete the asset details, including vehicle location and identifying information.
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Choose the inspection type (Pre-Trip or Post-Trip).
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Inspect your vehicle for any defects.
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At a minumum, complete all Required fields.
To report an issue or damage to the vehicle, select the applicable defects and enter a description and optional photo. There is a three photo limit for trailers, and a four photo limit for vehicles.
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If there are unresolved Previous Defects, inspect the defect on the vehicle and select the defect to resolve the issue or leave deselected if the defect remains unresolved.
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Tap Perform Inspection to document the inspected areas of the vehicle. Tap inspection pass (
) or inspection fail (
).
For failed inspections, add a comment to provide additional details.
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Specify the safety status for your vehicle or trailer (Safe to drive or Unsafe) and tap Next.
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To complete the inspection and submit your findings, tap Certify and Submit.
Note
If your carrier or mechanic has resolved a previous DVIR, the Samsara Driver App prompts you to certify whether or not the defects have been resolved.
