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Light Vehicle - Pre-Start Checklist

Category A Faults

  • Category A - Faults is a NO GO, the maintenance team must be informed immediately.

  • Are you fit to operate the vehicle?

  • Is the oil at full level?

  • Is the coolant at full level?

  • Is the brake fluid at full level?

  • Is the power steering fluid at full level?

  • Are there any leaks under the vehicle

  • Are there any leaks and loose items inside the engine compartment?

  • V-Belts belts damaged or worn?

  • Battery and clamps in good order?

  • Warning sign remaining on the cluster?

  • Park brake tested and in working order?

  • Service brake tested and in working order?

Category B Faults

  • Category B faults must be brought to the workshop immediately.

  • Are there any cracks/chips on the windscreen?

  • Are windshield wipers / washers working?

  • Are side or rear mirrors damaged or require adjustment?

  • Do headlights work?

  • Do left and right indicator lights work?

  • Are tyres damaged or worn?

  • Wheel nuts in order?

  • Wheel nut indicators in order?

  • Flag pole and flag in good condition and at the correct height (3.5 meters)

  • Are the seats in good working order?

  • Are the seats belts in good working order?

  • Does the horn work?

  • Does the reverse alarm work?

  • Does the flashing beacon light work?

  • Does the two way radio work?

  • Is there any exterior damage to the vehicle - panels, tray, bumper bar etc?

Category C Faults

  • Category C faults must be rectified by the end user.

  • Is the window washer at full level?

  • Valid Licenses & permits?

  • Is the fuel tank at full level?

  • Has the fire extinguisher been checked and service date is within requirements?

  • Is the wheel chocks in good working order?

  • Is the first aid kit stocked with items which are within use-by-date?

  • Is the safety triangles in good working order?

  • Is the vehicle ID number clear?

  • Is the vehicle clean?

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