Car Carrier Pre-Use Inspection Check

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Heavy Vehicle Daily Checklist

Brakes

• Brake failure indicators are operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Pressure/ Vacuum gauges are operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Air tank drain valves are operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Couplings

• Fifth wheel/ballrace and associated mountings are secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Towbar, drawbar and couplings are securely mounted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Trailer coupling is secure (if applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure kingpin is correctly engaged in fifth wheel jaws

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Ensure all air-lines, electrical connectors and any ABS/ EBS connectors are correctly attached to trailer (if applicable)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Wheels, Tyres and Hubs

• Wheels are secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Condition and depth of the tyre tread

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tyres are correctly inflated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Structure and Body Condition

• Horn is operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Panels and readily visible structures are secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Lights, and Reflectors

• Lights, including the clearance lights are operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Reflectors and lenses are present and in good condition (not faded, broken or damaged)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Mirrors

• Mirrors are present, in good condition, secure and appropriately adjusted

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Windscreens and Windows

• Windows are operational e.g. free of obstructions (cracks, discoloration etc)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Wipers and windscreen washers are functioning to ensure a clear forward vision

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Engine, Driveline and Exhaust

• Fluid leaking (oil, fuel, water, refrigerant/coolant, hydraulic fluid, brake fluid or other) from the vehicle (excluding condensation from air conditioning or the refrigeration system)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• After starting the vehicle ensure no engine or drivetrain warning lights remain illuminated on the instrument panel

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Vehicle Dimension Limits

• Vehicle dimension limits do not exceed standards relevant for truck/ trailer combination (see next page)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle dimensions clearly understood by driver before departing.

  Yes

  No

  N/A