VAN poster A4:checklist 02/03/2010 20:17 Page 1

Van & LGV Driver Walkaround Checks

In Cab Checks Mirrors & Windows Access
• Check driving controls, seat position & safety belt • Mirrors secure & aligned correctly • Steps undamaged
• General housekeeping & cleanliness of cab • Clean & in good condition • Good unworn surface
• Remove any obstructions or loose material • View not obstructed e.g. by stickers, etc. • Clean
especially in the foot well • Doors working properly
• Valid Insurance & Tax discs displayed
• Turn on engine & check all instrument gauges
& warning lights working
• Tachograph: Calibrated, correct hours & speed
limiter plaque displayed (where applicable)
• Wipers, washers, horn, demister & temperature
controls working correctly
• Steering & brakes working correctly
Lights, Indicators &
• Ensure safety belts accessible & working Reflectors
• Hi-Viz jacket/vest accessible in cab • All in place
• Undamaged
• Working
External Checks • Clean
• Vehicle sitting square & not leaning • Correct colour
to one side
• Check underneath front of vehicle
for fluid leaks
• Bumpers (Front & Rear) in good
condition
Load Security
• Exhaust: No excessive noise or smoke Wheels & Tyres
• Vehicle loaded within load limits
• Number plates (Front & Rear): • Tyres correctly inflated
In place, visible & clean • Load distributed evenly across axles
• Bulkhead in position • Tyres correct tread depth
• Fuel cap seal: In place, in good
condition & no leaks • Load secured properly (restraining equipment, straps, racking) • Tyres undamaged: No abrasions, bulges or tears
• Check engine oil, coolant, windscreen • Restraint equipment inspected: no damage, no loose • Road wheel nuts all in place, correctly fitted & secure
wash and brake fluid for levels & leaks racking bolts, etc. • Wheel nut indicators (if in use) correctly aligned

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