Tire Builder how-to

How to Inspect a Green Tire

Catch defects before curing.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Catch defects before curing. In short: check; check; look, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Check splices.

  2. Check bead placement.

  3. Look for trapped air.

  4. Check centering.

  5. Mark defects.

  6. Pass or hold.

Safety reminders for tire builders

  • Keep hands clear of drums
  • Use guards
  • Lift carts safely
  • Follow lockout/tagout

Green tire · Ply · Bead · Belt · Tread · Sidewall: see the full tire builder glossary.

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