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Fleet Roadside Inspection Checklist

Heavy vehicle roadside compliance check

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Inspection Details

Roadside Compliance Checks

Mark each item: P = Pass | F = Fail | N/A = Not applicable

# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Driver Documentation
1Current driver licence appropriate for vehicle class
2Work diary entries complete and up to date
3Fatigue management plan in place and current
4Vehicle registration documents present
5Dangerous goods documentation (if carrying DG)
Vehicle Condition
6Tyres in serviceable condition with legal tread depth
7Windscreen clear with no significant cracks
8Mirrors clean, properly adjusted, and undamaged
9No fluid leaks visible under or around vehicle
10Exhaust system intact with no excessive emissions
11Coupling equipment secure (if towing trailer)
Load Security
12Load within rated capacity and distributed evenly
13Load restrained in accordance with load restraint guide
14Restraint equipment in good condition (straps, chains)
15No load projection beyond legal limits
16Tailgate or doors secured and locked
Lighting & Electrical
17Headlights operational (low and high beam)
18Tail lights, brake lights, and indicators functional
19Clearance and marker lights working (heavy vehicles)
20Reflectors clean and visible
21Reverse alarm or camera operational
Brakes & Steering
22Service brake effective with no pulling or fade
23Park brake holds vehicle on grade
24Air brake system pressure within specification
25Steering responsive with no excessive free play
26Power steering fluid level adequate

Declaration

I confirm that this roadside inspection has been conducted in accordance with Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations. All items have been assessed and any defects noted require rectification before the vehicle continues operation.

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Driver Acknowledgement
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