Medium Light Vehicle Pre-Start Checklist Book
Our Medium Light Vehicle Pre-Start Checklist Book is designed by industry professionals to assist vehicle owners and operators in meeting their obligations while promoting a safe working environment.
This book is intended for vehicles such as Utes, 4WDs, vans, and small trucks commonly used in industrial, mining, construction, and transport sectors.
Purpose of a Medium Light Vehicle Prestart Book:
- Ensures Safety & Compliance: Identifies defects, hazards, or maintenance issues before operation.
- Minimizes Downtime & Costs: Helps prevent breakdowns by catching issues early.
- Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Many industries require documented vehicle inspections as part of workplace safety obligations.
- Records & Accountability: Provides a record of inspections for auditing, fleet management, and incident investigations.
Typical Contents of a Medium Light Vehicle Prestart Book:
- Vehicle Details: Make, model, registration number, fleet number, and odometer reading.
- Daily Inspection Checklist: Covers key safety and operational checks, such as:
- External Condition: Body damage, mirrors, lights, and wipers.
- Tyres & Wheels: Tread depth, pressure, and any visible damage.
- Engine Bay: Fluid levels (oil, coolant, brake, power steering, washer fluid).
- Interior: Seatbelts, horn, handbrake, dashboard warning lights.
- Brakes & Steering: Functionality check.
- Lights & Indicators: Headlights, brake lights, reverse lights, hazard lights.
- Emergency Equipment: Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, and vehicle recovery gear (if required).
- Operator Sign-Off: Confirms the vehicle is safe to use or records defects that require maintenance.
- Defect Reporting Section: Space to note any faults and notify maintenance personnel.
- Corrective Action Log: Tracks repairs and maintenance work done on the vehicle.
Who Uses a Medium Light Vehicle Prestart Book?
- Drivers & Operators: Required to complete prestart checks before using the vehicle.
- Supervisors & Fleet Managers: Review and maintain records for compliance and maintenance scheduling.
- Safety Officers & Auditors: Ensure prestart inspections are conducted as part of workplace health and safety management.
Equipment Owners are legally required to provide vehicles that are fit for purpose and safe to operate.
Equipment Operators must ensure a vehicle is safe for use by conducting pre-start checks before operation.
For larger orders we offer full customisation (Add a logo, change colours or alter the checksheets). Call us for a price.
