Grown-ups get to own an RV!
OK, you have your RV all loaded up and are ready to head out, or back to home base...time to hit the road, right? WRONG!
While using a checklist is a great idea (we're working on more customized checklists you'll be able to download from this site), you still want to perform an outside Circle of Safety before getting on the road. It's easy, fast and very important. Please feel free to download this form and use it. If you have suggestions for changes or additions, we'd love to hear from you.
To begin, step back from your RV far enough so you can see the entire rig; you're looking for the big stuff now. Start at the front and walk all the way around the coach, looking up at the roofline, down at the ground and along the sidewalls of your RV.
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Antenna(s) down |
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Vent covers lowered (if you can't step back far enough to see these, then you can go inside and check) |
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All utilities detached and stowed, sewer cap(s) attached |
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Leveling or stabilizer jacks retracted |
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Tires properly inflated, no obstructions |
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Exterior doors closed and locked |
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Entry door(s) closed and locked; step(s) retracted |
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Awning(s) secured |
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Windows closed |
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Propane turned off |
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Automotive lights functioning |
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Check tire pressure |
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Adjust rear view mirrors |
| Additionally, if towing, see that: | |
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Tongue jack or landing gear fully retracted |
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All safety pins in place |
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All electrical cords attached with proper clearance |
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Safety chains secured |
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Electric brake breakaway cable securely attached |
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Finally, COUNT NOSES! Make sure the kids, dogs, cats, friends and assorted relatives are safely aboard and secured as applicable |