Van Checklist

- foot / service brake works correctly and does not have any excessive travel
- hand / parking brake works correctly and does not have any excessive travel

Horn control is easily accessible from driver’s seat. The horn works when its control is operated

Vehicle steering works correctly with no excess play on the steering wheel

- all lights and indicators work correctly
- all lenses are present, clean and are the correct colour
- stop lamps come on when the service brake is applied and go out when released
- marker lights are present and work

all dashboard warning lamps work correctly including:
- ABS
- airbags (SRS)
- EPS
- full beam headlamp warning lamp
- parking brake warning lamp

- all mirrors that should be there are properly aligned and secure
- your view of the road in all directions isn’t obscured by damaged or discoloured glass, or obstructions, eg stickers

- seats are secure
- seatbelts operate correctly and are free from cuts and damage

- wipers move continually when switched on
- wiper blades aren’t so deteriorated that they don’t clear the windscreen effectively when used with washers
- washers point at the windscreen and are operational
- washer fluid is topped up

- Ensure the Vehicle folder is present (Contains vehicle documents & Info)
- No Smoking sign is visible in the cockpit

battery is held securely in place by the correct means and battery is not leaking

The brake fluid, engine coolant, engine oil, power steering fluid, wind screen washer fluid and water levels are correct the fuel filler cap is securely fitted

There are no brake fluid, power steering fluid and water leaks by looking for puddles on the ground - if leaks are detected, trace the cause

With the engine on, check underneath the van for any fuel and oil leaks - look for puddles on the ground.

- all doors shut properly and are secure when closed
- there isn’t any damage or sharp edges
- no body panels are loose or in danger of falling off

Check that the exhaust doesn’t emit excessive amounts of smoke.

Check as much of your tyres and wheels as you can see. There must be:

- a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm
- sufficient inflation of each tyre
- no deep cuts in the sidewall
- no cord visible anywhere on the tyre
- no missing or insecure wheel-nuts
- Spare Wheel & Jack are present & in good condition

You can get 3 penalty points on your licence for each tyre that isn’t safe and legal.

Check that;

- any load is adequately secured
- Ladders & Other equipment is adequately secured
- the van doors have an effective locking device

Check that the:

- tow bar is secure, and any trailer is correctly and securely attached, with all electrical connections working correctly
- tail lift is secure and free from damage, functions correctly and the electrics are working correctly

Ensure all tools & equipment are present & in good condition as per the vehicle tool list.

- Check the First Aid box is present and securely located in the bracket.
- Check the first aid box is fully stocked with the correct contents
- Check Fire Extinguisher is securely located in the bracket.
- Ensure the safety pin is present and pressure gauge is green.

COVID 19 - Ensure hand sanitizer is located in the cockpit of the vehicle