The 2023 Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Brake Safety Week is just around the corner, so it’s important to make sure you are prepared and know what to expect. From August 20 to August 26, certified inspectors will be checking commercial vehicles for brake lining and brake pad problems. They will specifically be looking for problems like damaged parts, air leaks and S-cam rollover. Vehicles in the United States, Canada and Mexico may be selected for examinations. During the week, inspections may be conducted at weigh stations or temporary pop-up sites. Brake checks will be performed as part of Level I or Level V inspections. All components of your brake system will be assessed.rnrnIf a vehicle is found to have brake problems, it will be placed out of service until the issues are fixed. Staying on top of brake maintenance is the best way to ensure your trucks are not affected.

u003ch3 class=u0022wp-block-headingu0022u003eHere are seven actions you can take to prepare for brake safety weeku003c/h3u003ernu003col class=u0022list-with-numbersu0022u003ern tu003cliu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022lnb-list-numberu0022u003e1u003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022list-content-secu0022u003ernrnCheck for worn brake hoses or signs of chafing.rnrnu003c/divu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022lnb-list-numberu0022u003e2u003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022list-content-secu0022u003ernrnTest your brake pressure and listen for air leaks.rnrnu003c/divu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022lnb-list-numberu0022u003e3u003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022list-content-secu0022u003ernrnu003ca href=u0022https://www.cvsa.org/programs/international-roadcheck/resources-fleets-drivers/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eRead the inspection checklist published by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.u003c/au003ernrnu003c/divu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022lnb-list-numberu0022u003e4u003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022list-content-secu0022u003ernrnFollow manufacturer requirements when making repairs.rnrnu003c/divu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022lnb-list-numberu0022u003e5u003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022list-content-secu0022u003ernrnHave evidence of brake safety inspections and other important documents ready.rnrnu003c/divu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022lnb-list-numberu0022u003e6u003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022list-content-secu0022u003ernrnStay up to date on preventive maintenance.rnrnu003c/divu003eu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022lnb-list-numberu0022u003e7u003c/divu003ernu003cdiv class=u0022list-content-secu0022u003ernrnPerform inspections before, during and after your routes.rnrnu003c/divu003eu003c/liu003ernu003c/olu003e

u003ch3 class=u0022wp-block-headingu0022u003eSumming It Upu003c/h3u003ernThe purpose of Brake Safety Week is to highlight the importance of routine brake maintenance. Many vehicles have severe brake problems that make them unsafe to operate, so it is vital to have them checked frequently. Throughout the 2022 Brake Safety Week, 38,177 inspections were performed. According to the CVSA, over 13 percent of inspected vehicles were placed out of service during the week.  Maintaining your brakes will not only prepare you for the upcoming inspection week but will also give you peace of mind knowing your vehicles are operating safely.rnrnYou can find a full list of the CVSA’s inspection items at u003ca href=u0022https://www.cvsa.org/news/2023-bsw/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003ehttps://www.cvsa.org/news/2023-bsw/u003c/au003e.