Driver Vehicle Inspection Report(s)
You should require drivers to report on the condition of the vehicles they operate.
Each driver should prepare a report in writing at the completion of each day's work on each vehicle operated. The report should cover at least the following parts and accessories:
- service brakes including trailer brake connections
- parking (hand) brake
- steering mechanism
- lighting devices and reflectors
- tires
- horn
- windshield wipers
- rear vision mirrors
- coupling devices
- wheels and rims
- emergency equipment
Each report should identify the vehicle and list any defect or deficiency discovered by or reported to the driver which would affect the safety of operation of the vehicle or result in its mechanical breakdown.
If no defect or deficiency is discovered, the report should so indicate. The driver should sign the report. On two-driver operations, only one driver needs to sign the driver vehicle inspection report, provided both drivers agree as to the defects or deficiencies identified. If a driver operates more than one vehicle during the day, a report should be prepared for each vehicle operated.
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7-4. What action is required if no defect or deficiency is discovered after a driver has used a vehicle?
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