This is a sample only:
DAILY VEHICLE CHECKLIST (checks to be conducted before use of the vehicle)
Vehicle Registration No: _______
Odometer Reading: ___________
Vehicle Make/Model: __________
Operator: ___________________
Date: ____/_____/_____
EXTERNAL VEHICLE CONDITION
Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable
- Condition of vehicle bodywork, windscreen, windows, lights
- Condition of windscreen wiper blades
- Cleanness of windscreen, windows, mirrors, lights, number plate
- Security of load, trailer, roof rack
- Condition of tyres, tyre pressure, tyre wear
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Availability of spare wheel & jack
FLUIDS
Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable
- Engine oil level
- Coolant level
- Windscreen wash level
- Brake/clutch fluid
- Power steering fluid
- Condition of battery
-
Oil or waste leaks
VEHICLE INTERIOR AND EQUIPMENT
Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable
- Condition & function of seat belts
- Head restraint adjustment
- Mirror adjustment
- Tax disc
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Torch
- Warning triangle
- Vehicle handbook
FUNCTION CHECKS BEFORE STARTING THE JOURNEY
Item √ = satisfactory/available OR X = defective/missing OR N/A = not applicable
- Warning light
- All lights
- Horn
- Washers & wipers
- Brake
- Fuel
All the items above have been checked and any defects and omissions reported.
Driver’s Signature: _______________________________________________
Date: _____/_____/______
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John Moffat - 01/10/2012 12:52
Great guidance
Is there value in additional stuff on a weekly or monthly basis... ie having someone confirm warning lights operations? Checking is any maintenance is due?
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Ian Butcher - 26/10/2012 15:00
Vehilce checks should also include that the vehicle has a no smoking sticker on display as this is a legal requirement and could land the driver with a hefty fine.
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Chibuikem 360GUY - 25/12/2012 14:48
Good stuff you have here. Must the driver do all the mentioned checks b4 embarking on a journey. Can't human factor interfere bcos the driver may forget..?
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Dimo - 28/10/2014 11:27
@Chibuikem 360GUY - Yes it can interfere and drivers avoid performing those checks or they forget to bring them back to the office. If an agency pulls out a vehicle which has no record of those checks, it may result into hefty fines and can cost a day of business.
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johan greyling - 06/05/2013 18:18
I have to say that you check list is exellent
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Etuwewe Gbemi - 29/12/2013 10:39
Nice one here.
But how do we ensure that these checks are done at all times
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Daniel Somers - 08/05/2014 15:15
very useful
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Daniel Somers - 08/05/2014 15:17
Is disk spelt with a K or a C :)
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christopher.smith - 08/05/2014 15:22
@Daniel Somers - now corrected, although of course it won't be an issue from October!
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Liz Sanders- Netherclay Home Care - 25/06/2015 11:04
Brilliant- a great help thank you! New to having a fleet of cars for dom care, run by females, driven by females, and completely happy to admit not familiar with the essentials of cars at all!
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Baffour Asamoah - 26/05/2016 09:26
Very fantatic and good for my use as a fleet manager
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William Freeman - 22/01/2018 10:51
Hello, I found the Sample Daily Vehicle Checklist interesting and I am interested in it. Please share the template with me.
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