Driver compentecy Check

LFT Driver Competency Check

Please ensure all areas are completed
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Driver First Name:*
First Name
Driver Surname:*
Surname
Vehicle Owner/Contractor*
Contractor Name

Pre Operational Checks*

	YES	NO	N/A
1.Wheels, wheel nuts & tyres
2. Knowledge of vehicles Tare & GVM/GCM
3. Fluid leaks/levels
4. Air leaks
5. Air tanks
6. Couplings
7. Vehicle posture
8. Load security
9. Loose/missing/broken fittings
10. Registration
11. Lights & indicators
12. Drive belts & pulleys

Cabin Drill*

	Yes	No	N/A
1. Seating Position
2. Seatbelts
3. Mirrors
4.Cleanliness
5. Controls

Start, Move off, shut down & secure*

	YES	NO	N/A
1. Start Engine
2. Instruments & Gauges
3. Move off
4. Return to Kerb
5. Shut down
6. Secure Vehicle

Steering Management*

	Yes	No	N/A
1. Smooth directional changes
2. Straight line driving
3. Hand Position & grip
4. Curves & bends
5. Intersections
6. Kerb Clearance

Manage Gears*

	YES	NO
1. Appropriate gear for speed/gradient
2. Smooth changes without clashing
3. Correct use of clutch

Manage Brakes*

	YES	NO
1. Efficient use of brake system
2. Smooth applicaiton
3. Stopping point accuracy

Manages Accelerator*

	YES	NO
1. Manages engine Power
2. Smooth & efficient

Road rules & Directions*

	YES	NO
1. Obeys road Rules
2. Follows assessors instructions

Hill Stop/Start*

	YES	NO
1. Ascent
2. Descent

Load Securing*

	YES	NO	N/A
1. Ropes
2. Chains
3. Winches and straps/ratchets and straps

Assessors Comments*
In Cab Assessment : Operator is*

CompetentNot yet CompetentFurther Training required
Reassessment:*

RequiredNot Required
Drivers Signature*
Assessors Full Name:*
Assessors Signature:*
Should be Empty: