What should you do after hitching the trailer to your truck for transporting a cement mixer 20 miles?

Attaching the safety chains after hitching the trailer to your truck is essential for safety during transport. Safety chains serve as a backup connection between the trailer and the towing vehicle. In the event that the hitch fails or the trailer becomes disconnected, the safety chains will help to prevent the trailer from separating completely, reducing the risk of accidents and potential harm to other road users. This step is critical regardless of the distance being traveled, ensuring that you comply with safety regulations and best practices in towing.

While checking tire pressure, loading the mixer with cement, and adjusting mirrors are important steps in the overall preparation for towing a trailer, they do not take precedence over ensuring that the safety mechanisms, like the safety chains, are properly secured before hitting the road.