Run Tow Truck Pre-Operation Audit — Free

Inspection Setup and Scene Safety

Vehicle parked on stable, level ground with adequate clearance critical (required)

Tow truck is positioned on firm, level ground with enough space to inspect boom, winch, dollies, and rear equipment safely.

Yes No N/A

Parking brake set and transmission in safe position critical (required)

Parking brake engaged and transmission placed in park or neutral per equipment procedure before inspection begins.

Yes No N/A

Ground conditions free of slip, trip, and sink hazards critical (required)

Area around the truck is free of oil, debris, ice, soft ground, holes, or other conditions that could affect safe operation or stabilization.

Yes No N/A

Required PPE available and worn

Appropriate PPE is in use for the inspection task, such as high-visibility apparel, gloves, and safety footwear as required by site conditions.

Yes No N/A

Boom and Lifting Components

Boom structure free of cracks, bends, deformation, or visible damage critical (required)

Inspect the boom, welds, and attachment points for structural damage, corrosion, or missing hardware.

Yes No N/A

Boom pins, locks, and retaining devices secure critical (required)

Pins, latches, and retaining hardware are present, seated, and secured according to manufacturer requirements.

Yes No N/A

Boom controls operate smoothly without abnormal noise or hesitation critical (required)

Control movement is responsive and does not show binding, sticking, delayed response, or unusual noise during functional check.

Yes No N/A

Boom hydraulic leaks or fluid seepage absent critical (required)

No active leaks, drips, or excessive seepage are visible on hoses, fittings, cylinders, or around the boom assembly.

Yes No N/A

Winch, Cable, and Recovery Hardware

Winch drum, housing, and mounting secure critical (required)

Winch assembly is firmly mounted and shows no missing fasteners, cracks, or visible structural damage.

Yes No N/A

Winch cable or synthetic line free of frays, kinks, cuts, or broken strands critical (required)

Inspect the entire accessible length of the line for wear, flattening, abrasion, corrosion, or other damage.

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Winch hook, latch, and safety catch functional critical (required)

Hook is not bent or cracked and the latch closes properly to help prevent accidental disengagement.

Yes No N/A

Winch operation tested in both directions critical (required)

Winch spools and pays out smoothly without slipping, grinding, or abnormal vibration during a brief functional test.

Yes No N/A

Dollies, Safety Chains, and Tow Connections

Dollies present, serviceable, and free of visible damage critical (required)

Dollies are available when required and show no cracked frames, damaged wheels, missing parts, or binding components.

Yes No N/A

Safety chains present and free of excessive wear or deformation critical (required)

Chains are intact, properly sized for the task, and show no stretched links, cracks, severe rust, or damaged hooks.

Yes No N/A

Tow straps, slings, or tie-downs inspected before use critical (required)

Any webbing or tie-down equipment to be used is free of cuts, burns, broken stitching, or damaged hardware.

Yes No N/A

Connection points and attachment hardware secure critical (required)

Hooks, pins, shackles, and attachment points are properly seated and show no visible damage or looseness.

Yes No N/A

Lights, Visibility, and Documentation

Headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals operational critical (required)

All required exterior lights function correctly and lenses are intact and visible.

Yes No N/A

Warning lights, beacons, and reflectors visible and functional critical (required)

Amber or emergency warning devices, if equipped, are operational and not obstructed by dirt, damage, or missing lenses.

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Any deficiencies documented and unit placed out of service if required critical (required)

Record all defects, non-conformances, and corrective actions. Remove the truck from service when a critical item fails or when company policy requires it.

Yes No N/A

Inspector signature completed

Inspector confirms the audit is complete and accurate.

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Run: Tow Truck Pre-Operation Audit

Inspection Setup and Scene Safety

Boom and Lifting Components

Winch, Cable, and Recovery Hardware

Dollies, Safety Chains, and Tow Connections

Lights, Visibility, and Documentation

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