Driver Daily Vehicle Inspection Report (Community Vehicles)

Daily DVIR for senior living community vehicles to document pre-use safety checks, identify mechanical deficiencies, and confirm the vehicle is safe to operate.

Inspection Instructions and Vehicle Identification

• Vehicle identification recorded
  Record unit number, license plate, make/model, and odometer reading.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Document when the inspection was completed.
• Driver name recorded
  Enter the name of the driver completing the inspection.
• Vehicle is parked safely and secured before inspection
  Vehicle is in a safe location with parking brake applied and transmission in park or neutral as applicable.

Exterior Walk-Around

• No visible fluid leaks under vehicle
  Check for oil, coolant, fuel, or other fluid leaks beneath the vehicle.
• Body panels, doors, and steps free of damage that affects safe use
  Inspect for damage, loose components, or sharp edges that could create a hazard.
• Mirrors and windows clean and intact
  Mirrors and windows are not cracked, obstructed, or missing.
• Windshield free of cracks in driver line of sight
  Check for chips, cracks, or damage that impair visibility.
• License plate and required markings visible
  Ensure the plate and any required fleet markings are legible and unobstructed.

Tires, Wheels, and Suspension

• All tires properly inflated
  Verify tires appear properly inflated with no obvious underinflation or overinflation.
• Tire tread depth acceptable
  Measure tread depth where required and document the lowest reading.
• No cuts, bulges, exposed cords, or sidewall damage
  Inspect each tire for visible damage that could lead to failure.
• Wheel lugs, hubcaps, and rims secure and undamaged
  Check for missing lug nuts, cracked rims, or loose wheel components.
• Suspension components show no visible damage or excessive sag
  Inspect springs, shocks, and related components for obvious defects.

Lights, Signals, and Visibility

• Headlights, brake lights, and tail lights operational
  Verify all required lights illuminate correctly.
• Turn signals and hazard flashers operational
  Check both left and right signals and emergency flashers.
• Reverse lights operational
  Confirm reverse lights activate when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
• Horn operational
  Test the horn for proper function.
• Wipers and washer system operational
  Check that wipers clear the windshield and washer fluid sprays properly.

In-Cab Controls and Safety Equipment

• Seat belt present and functional
  Confirm the driver seat belt latches, retracts, and shows no visible damage.
• Dashboard warning lights indicate no active safety-related faults
  Check for warning indicators related to brakes, engine, airbags, or other safety systems.
• Mirrors adjusted for safe driving position
  Adjust mirrors to provide adequate rear and side visibility before departure.
• Fire extinguisher present and accessible
  Confirm the extinguisher is mounted or stored securely, accessible, and within inspection date if applicable.
• First aid kit present and sealed or stocked
  Verify the kit is available for use and not missing essential contents.