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HGV Daily Vehicle Inspection Checklist

by Stephen Renaghan, from the Community

This HGV daily vehicle inspection checklist helps drivers perform and document mandatory walkaround checks before operating a heavy goods vehicle. It guides you through exterior lighting, suspension, body and glass, tyres, braking system, interior controls, and safety equipment, with prompts to note defects and attach photos. Record vehicle details such as registration, mileage, make and model, and confirm load security. Use it to capture issues early, maintain roadworthiness, and support DVSA compliance with a consistent, auditable process. Ideal for transport and logistics teams managing fleets and driver pre trip inspections on mobile.

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HGV Daily Vehicle Inspection Checklist
A detailed daily inspection checklist designed for HGV drivers to ensure vehicle safety and compliance. The form covers essential inspection points including exterior lighting systems, suspension checks, vehicle body condition, tire inspection, braking system verification, interior safety features, and mandatory safety equipment. Drivers must complete this checklist before operating the vehicle, documenting the vehicle's registration, mileage, and overall condition. The checklist includes specific sections for checking operational lights, suspension stability, load security, exterior damage, tire condition, brake functionality, interior cleanliness, and safety equipment status. This systematic approach helps maintain vehicle safety standards and ensures regulatory compliance while providing documentation of regular safety checks.
by Myles Lomas, from the Community
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Daily Vehicle Checks Checklist
This daily vehicle checks template helps drivers and supervisors document pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Capture vehicle registration, exterior and interior condition, tire safety, cleanliness, and damage, add notes, and sign off to verify completion. Standardize fleet safety practices, identify issues early, and maintain compliance with transport requirements across daily operations.
by Jon Braniff, from the Community
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HGV Goods Vehicle Inspection and Rectification Report
Use this heavy goods vehicle inspection and rectification report to assess HGV cab, chassis, running gear and trailer. Sections cover seats and restraints, mirrors and vision, wipers, tachograph and controls, braking systems, electrical and lighting, fuel and exhaust, steering and suspension, tyres and wheels, couplings and landing legs, markers and reflectors, brake performance, road and roller tests. Record odometer and fleet details, note defects, specify repairs, and capture inspector and supervisor sign-off.
by Jared Bullock, from the Community
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Daily Vehicle Check Template
This vehicle check template helps drivers and supervisors complete a quick, consistent inspection of fleet vehicles. Record essential details such as driver name, site, date and time, and selected vehicle. Assess interior and exterior cleanliness, capture photo evidence of the vehicle’s condition, and take an overall vehicle photo. Finish with a digital signature to confirm the check. Ideal for daily pre-start inspections, rental returns, and routine fleet safety compliance across transport and logistics operations.
by Nathan Appleby, from the Community
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HGV Daily Vehicle Inspection Checklist

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