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HGV Inspection Checklist

by Paul Littlemore, from the Community

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This HGV inspection checklist template helps drivers and fleet managers assess the condition of heavy goods vehicles. It covers cab interior, controls, mirrors, seat belts, glass and visibility, wipers and washers, tachographs, horn, lighting, braking systems and performance, steering, suspension, axles and wheel bearings, tyres, chassis, exhaust and emissions, electrical wiring, couplings, speed limiters, number plates, and load securing devices. Use the template to document defects, record tyre positions and conditions across axles, and verify safety equipment before and after trips. Adapt it to your operation and compliance requirements.

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HGV Inspection Sheet
This HGV inspection sheet helps drivers and fleet teams record thorough walkaround checks for heavy goods vehicles. The checklist covers cab interior items like seats, mirrors, seat belts, instruments, and warning systems; exterior and underbody components including chassis, body security, exhaust emissions, wheels, hubs, tyres, suspension, axles, steering, and transmission; and critical safety systems such as brakes, lights, reflectors, indicators, headlamp aim, side markers, and speed limiter. It also includes sections for couplings, spray suppression, electrical wiring, fuel and hydraulic systems, load securing devices, lifting equipment, and number plates. Use it to assess roadworthiness, note defects, and confirm that issues are rectified before returning vehicles to service.
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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.
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Goods Vehicle Inspection Checklist
This goods vehicle inspection checklist helps drivers and inspectors assess the roadworthiness of HGVs and fleet vehicles. It covers cab condition, mirrors and visibility, windscreens and wipers, seat belts, controls and horns, steering, service and parking brakes, pressure warnings, and safety equipment. Ground-level and under-vehicle checks include chassis, exhaust emissions, hubs, axle alignment, couplings, landing legs, spray suppression, electrical wiring, fuel and oil leaks, suspension and wheel bearings. It also includes wheels and tyres by axle, lights, indicators and reflectors, speed limiter, load securing and hydraulic equipment, and brake performance recording. Capture defects and sign-off by inspector and supervisor to maintain compliance and safety.
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City Lifting Goods Vehicle Inspection Checklist
Use this comprehensive goods vehicle inspection checklist from City Lifting to assess cab condition, mirrors, glazing, wipers, controls, brakes, steering, suspension, axles and wheel bearings. Verify tyres and wheels, lights and reflectors, emissions, chassis, body security, side guards and bumpers. Inspect couplings, trailer brakes and air lines, landing legs, spray suppression and speed limiter. Check electrical wiring, fuel and exhaust systems, engine mounts, hydraulic and lifting equipment, load securing devices and cooling system. Record brake performance, torque wheel nuts, and complete inspector and supervisor declarations to maintain fleet safety and roadworthiness.
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