Trailer Seal Verification Pre-Departure

Pre-departure inspection for verifying trailer seal application, seal number, placement, and match against the bill of lading.

Inspection Details

• Trailer identifier recorded
  Enter the trailer number, unit ID, or other unique trailer identifier.
• Bill of lading number recorded
  Enter the bill of lading, shipment, or load reference number used for verification.
• Inspection date and time captured
  Record the date and time the pre-departure seal verification was completed.

Seal Application and Integrity

• Seal is applied to the trailer
  Verify that a seal is present on the trailer prior to departure.
• Seal is intact and not tampered with
  Confirm the seal body and locking mechanism are intact with no visible signs of tampering, breakage, or reuse.
• Seal number matches the shipping record
  Verify the seal number on the trailer matches the seal number listed on the bill of lading or shipping paperwork.
• Seal placement is correct and secure
  Confirm the seal is placed in the approved location and is secured in a manner that prevents unauthorized access to the trailer.

Bill of Lading Match Verification

• Seal number matches bill of lading exactly
  Compare the seal number on the trailer to the bill of lading and confirm an exact match.
• Trailer and shipment details match release documents
  Verify the trailer identifier, shipment reference, and seal information align with the release documents before departure.
• Any discrepancy documented and escalated
  If any mismatch, missing seal, or tampering is found, document the discrepancy and escalate according to site procedure before release.

Release Authorization

• Trailer cleared for departure
  Confirm the trailer may be released only after seal verification is complete and all required details match.
• Inspector signature
  Inspector signs to confirm the pre-departure seal verification was completed accurately.