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King Pin Failure

Driver was moving his empty (Community Aid) Brine water tanker from location after rigging down job. When attempting to move the truck off location an unusual noise was heard by the driver. The driver looked back through mirror and saw the tanker moving left when the prime mover was turning right off location. The driver Steered back to the left to get back under the tanker. In order to maintain control of the prime mover and tanker he steered and applied brake pressure as necessary bringing the vehicle to a stop. The trailer sustained small damage to the legs and cross member. The cause for the separation is due the King Pin Nuts coming off which holds the Flange like configuration on the Trailer.

  • Contracting company to become more involved in maintenance process of third party equipment Mentorship of Community Aid Contractors.
  • Identify `critical components¿ of trailers and ensure they are included in Preventive maintenance schedule.

  • Maintenance of third party equipment. King Pin not inspected by owner.
  • Loose King Pin nuts not identified in Pre-Trip inspection.

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