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DOT ANNUAL INSPECTION TRAINING
Learn how to inspect trucks and trailers to federal DOT standards — online, at your own pace. Finish the course to get your certificate of completion and inspector qualification form.
Start Inspection Training- Self-paced online
- Certificate included
- Trucks, trailers & brakes
What the course covers
The course walks through the parts of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) a qualified inspector needs to know for annual vehicle inspections.
- Part 390What counts as a commercial motor vehicle
- Part 393Lighting, brakes, chassis, fuel systems and other required parts
- Part 396Inspector qualifications, inspection reports and record keeping
- Appendix GThe minimum inspection standards
- Qualification formIncluded when you finish the course
Who takes this course
Anyone who inspects, maintains or is responsible for commercial vehicles.
Mechanics & technicians
Learn the standards you need to perform annual DOT inspections.
Fleet & maintenance managers
Train your team and keep inspection records in order.
Owner-operators
Know what an inspector looks for before a roadside stop.
Repair shops & garages
Offer annual inspections to your trucking customers.
How it works
- 1
Sign up on DOTSAFER
Register yourself, or add your employees at checkout. Groups of 3 or more get a discount.
- 2
Go at your own pace
Pass each section to unlock the next. If you miss one, retake it — you never pay twice.
- 3
Get your certificate
Download your certificate of completion and inspector qualification form when you finish.
Get your DOT inspection certificate
Start the DOT annual inspection course online today and finish on your own schedule.
Start Inspection TrainingDOT Inspection Training FAQ
Can I do annual DOT inspections after this course?
The course gives you a certificate of completion and an inspector qualification form. The form also asks for some hands-on background — for example, at least a year of experience as a mechanic or inspector in truck maintenance. Keep both the certificate and the signed form on file.
Does it cover trailers and brakes?
Yes. Both trailer inspections and brake inspections are covered.
Is the course valid in my state?
The course follows federal FMCSA rules, which apply nationwide. Some states add their own requirements, so it is worth checking with yours.
Can I sign up my employees?
Yes. Enter each employee's details at checkout. Training 3 or more people? Use group registration for a discount.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. You can download a digital certificate as soon as you finish.
Where do I take the course?
On dotsafer.com, our online training site. The Start Inspection Training button takes you straight there.