Updated January 08, 2024
A trucking incident report documents an accident involving an 18-wheeler or related commercial vehicle. The form asks for information about the time and location of the incident, as well as the drivers and vehicles involved. Trucking incident reports should be filled out by someone involved in, or witness to, the accident. They can be critical to police investigations and insurance claim decisions.
Information to include in a trucking incident report:
- Year, make, model, color, unit number, and plate numbers of truck
- Name, contact details, license number of driver
- Truck driver’s status
- Time and location of the incident
- Information about other driver(s) and vehicle(s) involved (if any)
- Road, traffic, and weather information
- Hazardous materials involved
- Police involvement
- Tow truck involvement
- Witness statements