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Ensure Engineering Supervisors are aware of the requirements and the responsibility for signing off
vehicles as roadworthy following a pre-use check
The Operations Director (or equivalent) must:
Ensure all drivers are made aware, in writing, of their responsibilities with regard to undertaking pre-use
checks.
Ensure there is adequate training for drivers in undertaking pre-use checks and completing required
documentation.
Ensure drivers are aware of the requirement to report all defects identified on pre-use checks to an
authorised person (usually an engineer).
Ensure that where drivers consistently fail to complete the pre-use check or require paperwork or
systems correctly that they are managed accordingly.
Global Maintenance Standard: Vehicle Pre-use Checks & Defect Reporting 11
