Show Me Tell Me Flashcards
Show me how you would check all the doors including cargo doors are secure
All doors must be closed
Locking levers for cargo doors are set in the recommended secure position.
Show me how you would check for air leaks
Charge air tanks
Consult gauges for drops in air pressure
Walk around listening for any obvious leaks
Tell me the main safety factors involved in loading the vehicle
Evenly distributed throughout the length of the vehicle so doesn’t affect control when driven
Mustn’t endanger other road users
Securely stowed within size and weight of vehicle
Secure so it doesn’t move or fall when cornering or braking
Tell me how you’d check the condition of reflectors
Ensure they’re fitted, clean and functional
Not cracked or broken
Tell me how you would check the windscreen and windows of the vehicle
Windows and windscreen must be clean, clear and free from defects
No mascots or stickers to restrict view
Show me how you would check the condition of the mudguards on this vehicle
Part of daily walk around check
Ensure mudguards and spray suppression are secure and not broken
Tell me how you would check you’re tyres to ensure they’re correctly inflated, have sufficient tread depth and general condition is safe to use on the road
Follow manufactures guide
Use appropriate equipment to check and adjust tyre pressure when the tyres are cold.
Tread depth must be at least 1mm across 3/4 of the breadth of the tread all the way round
No cuts/ cords hanging out/ bulges/ damage around the tyres
Tell me how you would check the condition of the windscreen wipers on the vehicle
Windscreen wipers must operate
Blades in good condition
Tell me how you would check the body is safe
Part of daily walk around check Fully roadworthy No significant defects No loose panels or items which could endanger others All inspection panels must be secure
Show me how you would check the correct air pressure
Ensure gauges are reading correct pressures
All warning lights are extinguished and audible warning devices are not sounding
Identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check the oil level is sufficient
Identify dip stick
Describe oil level against min and max markers
Show me how you would check the wheel nuts are secure
Visual check
Identify if any nuts are loose
Check wheel nut indicators if fitted are in line
Show me how you would check audible warning devices are working
Demonstrate use of control
Horn
Warning device
Reversing
Tell me how you would check the condition of the suspension
Daily walk around check
Suspension should be checked for any signs of deterioration or damage
Show me how you would check the brake lights are working
Operate break pedal
Use reflections or ask someone to help
Identify where you would check the engine coolant level and tell me how you would check it’s correct
Identify min and max levels on header rank where fitted or radiator filler cap and describe how to top up to correct level
Tell me how you would check the headlamps, sidelights and tail lights are working
Operate switch and walk around vehicle
May need to turn on ignition
Show me how you would replace a tachograph disc on the vehicle
Demonstrate
Tell me how you would check the loading mechanism on this vehicle
Tail lift
Show me how you would check the power steering is working
Steering heavy then may not be working properly
2 indicators
1: turning hard just after moving off gives an immediate indication
2: slight pressure when engine starts will result in a slight movement as the system begins to operate
Show me how you would check the direction indicators are working
Applying them and hazards
Check all functioning
Identify where windscreen washer reservoir is and tell me how you would check
Identify and check
Show me what instrument checks you would make before and after starting the vehicle
Gauges and warning systems are working
Ensure gauges are reading correctly and warning lights/ audible warning devices are extinguished before moving away
Show me where first aid is
Above drivers seat
Show me how you would clean the windscreen washer and wipers
Operate control
Show me how you would set the windscreen de mister
Set all relevant controls
Engine doesn’t have to be on
Show me how you would switch on rear fog lights
Check and explain use
When visibility is reduced…
Show me how you’d switch from dipped to
Main beam
Operate switch
Check warning light
