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A V O N M A T E R I A L S U P P L I E S L T D ( A M S L T D ) D R I V E R T R A I N I N G M A N U A L V E R S I O N 2
Drivers daily defect guidance

All lights and Indicators working correctly; Check that all lenses are present clean and
are of the correct colour; Stop lamps come on when the service brake is applied and go
out when released; Marker lights are present and work (where applicable); All other
lamps function correctly
Reflectors; Check that reflectors are not obscured; missing; broken or the wrong colour
Markers; Check that marker boards are present (if the type of vehicle requires them);
Not obscured by dirt or other objects; Securely fastened; of the correct type and visible
Tyres; Check as much of the visible tread as you can see, There must be a minimum
tread depth of 2mm across ¾ of the tyre; sufficient inflation of each tyre; No deep cuts
in the side wall; No cord visible anywhere on the tyre
Wheels; Check that wheels are fitted correctly; of correct type; no wheel nuts missing
or insecure
Batteries; Check that the battery is held securely in place by the correct means, not by
its cables and battery is not leaking
Mirrors; Check that all mirrors are secure, lenses are clean and adjusted correctly and
that vision is un-obstructed
Emergency Stop Buttons; Check condition and operation of all emergency stop buttons
Body/Load security-protection; Check body for security, damage any sharp edges;
Check that any load is adequately secured, any container has an effective secondary
locking device fitted.
Body/Guards/Wings/Spray suppression; Check for damage; correct fitment and
security
Number Plates; Fitted; Secure; Clean; Visible
Windscreen; check that your view of the road (especially in the drivers swept area) isn’t
obscured by damaged or discoloured glass or obstructions (stickers etc)
Engine oil/Water/Windscreen Washers/Auto lube levels leaks; Check and adjust fluid
levels if required, check for leaks.
Do not remove radiator header tank cap when coolant is hot!
Exhaust condition-smoke emission; Check that exhaust does not emit excessive
amounts of smoke
Coupling/5 Wheel; Check that the trailer (if applicable) is located correctly in the fifth
th
wheel, that the locking mechanism is in the correct position and fifth wheel is secure
Lines (electric/Air/Hydraulic); Check that all lines are correctly fitted; undamaged and

serviceable
Driving Controls; Check all driving controls for operation; security; pedal rubbers for
wear
Tachograph/Speedometer; Check for operation and damage
Instruments interior operation; Check all instruments for operation including, audible
warnings, warning lamps and gauges
Horn; Operation-condition; Check that the horn is accessible from the driver’s seat and
works when operated. Wipers and Washers; wipers move continually when switched
on blades are not deteriorated so that they do not clean the windscreen effectively.
Washer points are operational.

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Reviewed May 2024