# Equipment Requirements
## Purpose
This policy establishes minimum equipment standards for vehicles used in transportation services associated with BG SPIRIT LLC.
## Vehicle Condition
Equipment must be:
* Safe
* Roadworthy
* Properly maintained
* Legally registered
* Properly insured
## Inspection Requirements
Vehicles shall undergo:
* Pre-trip inspections
* Post-trip inspections
* Scheduled maintenance inspections
* DOT inspections when applicable
## Required Equipment
Depending on operations, vehicles may require:
* Fire extinguishers
* Reflective warning devices
* Safety equipment
* Cargo securement devices
* ELD equipment where required
## Maintenance
Drivers and owner-operators are responsible for promptly addressing equipment defects and maintenance issues.
## Out-of-Service Conditions
Vehicles determined to be unsafe or non-compliant may be removed from service until deficiencies are corrected.