BFM - FLEET. Vehicle Pre Start Check and Test

• Main Vehicle Fleet No.

• Person responsible for this hire (The driver)

• Staff ID #

• Location
  Address

• Conducted on

  Date

Main Vehicle

• Tacho reading (Km)

• Is there a trailer or towed vehicle?

  Yes

  No

Trailer or Towed Vehicle (if applicable)

• All checks must include the primary and secondary (towed) vehicle - use the dedicated Trailer Inspection app.

• Fleet Number of trailer

• Check that the tow vehicle and trailer are compatible e.g. Within acceptable towing limits.

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

Fluid Levels

• Fuel Level

  Above half a tank

  1/4-1/2 a tank

  Less than 1/4 of a tank

• Fill tank (s) to FULL prior to leaving the depot

Tyres and Brakes

• Check tyres for tread & studs all secure - include spare(s)

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

• Check park brake(s) correct adjustment - remember to check any trailer brakes

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

• Check the brakes and steering are operating correctly in a static location - remember to check the operation of any braked trailers to ensure brake bias is correct

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

• Check brakes and steering are operating correctly in a SLOW SPEED environment and before the vehicle leaves the depot

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

Lights, Mirrors & Windows

• Check all lights, indicators, hazard lights, hazard beacons and reverse warning beepers are operating correctly

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

• Check mirrors/windows/washers are operating correctly

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

Horns

• Check horn and any plant and equipment warning alarms and safety systems are operating correctly

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

Load Restraints and Seat belts

• Check seat and seatbelts are in good working order

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

• Check straps, chains and load restraints are in good working order and are not showing signs of wear that might jeopardise restraint capability

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

• Check that there are no unrestrained loads on the vehicle including tools, materials etc. and that all cupboard doors are secure

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

Plant and Equipment

• Check: oil, brake fluid and water levels are adequate

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

• Check that any buckets, cutting edges, teeth, ground engagement equipment and sweeping brushes associated with the operation of any carried plant, equipment or machinery are all serviceable

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

• Check that any grease-able or oil lubricated joints are serviced as required

  Lubricated

  Not lubricated

  Not Applicable

• Explain reason for not lubricating this asset ..

Miscellaneous

• Check fire extinguisher with Tag / Date

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

• Check communications in good working order

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

• Check Signs, labels and plates are in good order and clearly visible e.g. SWL, Long Vehicle, Hazchem etc.

  Working properly or OK

  Defective

  N/A

• Check exhaust system is operating correctly and is not too noisy

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

• Ensure all the correct PPE and any road signage and cones are available and adequate for the job.

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

• Check first aid kit available

  Yes

  NO

Visual Check

• Walk around the exterior of the vehicle (s) to check:<br><br>There is no damage that might affect the operation of the vehicle,<br>That it is clean and presentable,<br>That everything is operating correctly.

  Acceptable

  Not acceptable

Any general comments ....

Inspection Completion

• Are any items in this checklist that you have marked as being 'Defective' or 'unacceptable' ?<br><br>Or,<br><br>Is there anything that raises concern such that you are unable to use this vehicle ?

  YES

  No

• If there is a visual defect, please take a photo

  Media

• Provide details here ....

• Immediately report this to your supervisor and await further instruction. DO NOT USE OR MOVE THE VEHICLE, PLANT OR EQUIPMENT until notified otherwise.

• You should be aware that by signing this inspection, you are acknowledging that you have fully completed this inspection

• Signed by operator

  Sign