HGV Vehicle Compliance Audit

• Audit Title

• Document No.

• Client / Site

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Driver

• Date and Time audit began

  Date

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

• Photograph of Vehicle Being Inspected

  Media

• Registration Number

• Fleet number

• Make

• Model

• Odometer Reading at Inspection

Driver Hours Records and Defect book check

• Have the drivers details been recorded on the front cover.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the driver completed the entries for the start of the shift.<br>

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the driver completed a daily pre use vehicle check?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the driver identified any vehicle defects

  YES

  NO

• Has the driver completed a 'NIL' defect report

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Have all defects in the book been closed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

VED and Operator Licence

• Is the vehicle displaying a valid tax disc

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the vehicle displaying a valid Operator licence

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the display holders in good condition allowing clear visibility

  Yes

  No

  N/A

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

• High and Low Front Beams Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Left / Right Side Lights Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Left / Right Front Turn Signals Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Left / Right Rear Side Lights Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Left / Right Rear Turn Signals Operational

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Left / Right Rear Break Lights Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Reversing Lights Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• License Plate Light Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Amber Warning/Flashing Beacon/s

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Audible Reversing Alarm Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

EXTERIOR BODY AND GLASS (Take Photos of any noted damage)

• Windscreen Free of Cracks and Chips

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Front of vehicle free of Damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Off Side Free of Damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Off Side Mirror/s Adjustable and Free of Damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Off Side Windows Free of Cracks and Chips

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Rear WIndow Free of Cracks and Chips

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Rear of Vehicle Free of Damage (Tailgate if included)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Near Side Free of Damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Near Mirrors adjustable and Free of Damage

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Near Side Windows Free of Cracks and Chips

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Vehicle is Clean and Free of Road Grime and Dirt

  Yes

  No

  N/A

TIRES

• Front Driver Tyre in Good Repair with no Visible Signs of Wear or Cracking in Sidewall

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Rear Driver Tyres in Good Repair with no Visible Signs of Wear or Cracking in Sidewall

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Rear Passenger Tyres in Good Repair with no Visible Signs of Wear or Cracking in Sidewall

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Front Passenger Tyre in Good Repair with no Visible Signs of Wear or Cracking in Sidewall

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Front Driver and Passenger Wheel/Tyre Trim Rings in Place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Rear Driver and Passenger Wheel/Tyre Trim Rings in Place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All wheel nut indicators in place and correctly aligned

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Vehicle fluid levels

• Washer fluid OK?

• Engine oil OK?

• Power steering fluid OK?

• Radiator coolant OK?

INTERIOR

• Driver Seat in Good Repair

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Driver Seat Belt Operational with Shoulder Harness

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Windshield Wipers Functioning Appropriately

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Windshield Washer Fluid Functioning and Appropriately Wetting Windshield to Clean

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Heater and Defroster Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Air Conditioning Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Dashboard Lights Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All Gauges are Operating and Show within Appropriate Ranges

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Interior Compartment Lights Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Under Storage Lights Operational

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Entry Grab Bar/Rail Secure

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Interior is Clean and Free of Loose Objects

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Passenger Seat Belts Operational

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Passenger Seats in Good Repair

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

Lorry loader fitted vehicle

• Crane Manufacturer

• Model Number

• Serial Number

• Last service date of crane?

  Date

• Date of Last Crane Safety Inspection (LOLER)

  Date

• Are all lifting accessories tested, certified and tagged with current colour code

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Accessories in use

  Select Good condition Defective Clamshell Bucket Log Grab Lifting Hook Spreader Beam

  • Good condition
  • Defective
  • Clamshell Bucket
  • Log Grab
  • Lifting Hook
  • Spreader Beam

• Accessory condition

  Select Good condition Defective Clamshell Bucket Log Grab Lifting Hook Spreader Beam

  • Good condition
  • Defective
  • Clamshell Bucket
  • Log Grab
  • Lifting Hook
  • Spreader Beam

• Vehicle out rigger safety devices checked and in good working order?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are there any oil leaks on the system

  YES

  NO

Driver Competencies

• Is driver trained and certified in use?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the certification present?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the previous lifting plans available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the driver logged his hrs

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Driver Competency rating

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

• Onboard weighing system work and calibrated

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Reversing camera working and defect free

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• First Aid Kit (must be sealed)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Height measuring staff on board

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Highway safety triangles available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the vehicle fitted with load restraint equipment

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the equipment in good condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are work at Height systems in place (where required)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Load and Load Security

• Is the load within the vehicles weight capabilities

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Are there adequate anchor points for the load/s

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is the load adequately restrained

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Will the restraint devices prevent movement during transit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• In cab height indicator fitted and showing correct vehicle height

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the driver checked the vehicle height

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Can the driver demonstrated the use of height measuring staff

  Yes

  No

  N/A

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

• Are the vehicle operator and accessory handbooks available

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are previous lift plans available for inspection

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Does the driver know what to do in event of breakdown?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

SIGNATURES

• Signature of Auditor

  Sign

• Signature of Driver

  Sign