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Drivers Daily Defect Sheet 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);
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, check that there is 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/Guards/Wings/ Check for damage; correct fitment and security
Number Plates; Fitted; Secure; Clean; Visible
Windscreen and Cab Windows; check that your view (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
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
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.
Hand Brake/Foot Brake/Steering System; Check operation of controls and effectiveness
of systems
No Smoking Sign/LOLER Test label is displayed and legible
Reversing Camera/Audible Warning; Check operation
Cab Cleanliness; ensure that dust has been cleaned out and that all doors and windows
can be kept closed during operation. Ensure that cab filters are cleaned out regularly.
Air Conditioning; Please ensure that if it’s fitted it is working or reported faulty so that
a repair can be booked in.

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Reviewed April 2024