Below is the 37 points that are completed when a commercial vehicle is inspected by the CVSA, in North America either on the road side or at a weigh scale.
From CVSA here is a brochure link covering all levels of inspections performed on commercial vehicles.
North American Standard Level I Inspection Procedure
Choose the Inspection Site
Approach the Vehicle
Greet and Prepare Driver
Interview Driver
Collect the Driver’s Documents
Check for the Presence of Hazardous Materials/Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Identify the Carrier
Examine Driver’s License
Check Medical Examiner’s Certificate and Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) Certificate (If Applicable)
Check Record of Duty Status
Review Driver’s Daily Inspection Report (If Applicable)
Review Periodic Inspection Report(s)
Prepare Driver for Vehicle Inspection
Inspect Front of Tractor
Inspect Left Front Side of Tractor
Inspect Left Saddle Tank Area
Inspect Trailer Front
Inspect Left Rear Tractor Area
Inspect Left Side of Trailer
Inspect Left Rear Trailer Wheels
Inspect Rear of Trailer
Inspect Double, Triple and Full Trailers
Inspect Right Rear Trailer Wheels
Inspect Right Side of Trailer
Inspect Right Rear Tractor Area
Inspect Right Saddle Tank Area
Inspect Right Front Side of Tractor
Inspect Steering Axle(s)
Inspect Axles 2 and/or 3
Inspect Axles 4 and/or 5
Prepare the Vehicle and Check Brake Adjustment
Inspect Tractor Protection System(This procedure tests both the tractor protection system and the emergency brakes.)
Inspect Required Brake System Warning Devices
Test Air Loss Rate
Check Steering Wheel Lash
Check Fifth Wheel Movement
Complete the Inspection