Safety Audit Checklist for Safe-Driving
1. Driver Training and Behavior
☐ Driver’s License Verification: Is the driver’s license current and appropriate for the vehicle type?
☐ Training Certification: Has the driver undergone company-approved safety training?
☐ Refresher Courses: When was the last refresher course taken?
☐ Drug and Alcohol Tests: Are regular and random tests being conducted? Are results documented?
☐ History Review: Has the driver’s accident and infraction history been reviewed in the last six months?
2. Vehicle Maintenance and Condition
☐ Brakes: Are they in optimal working condition?
☐ Lights: Do all lights (headlights, indicators, brake lights) function correctly?
☐ Tires: Are they inflated correctly? Do they show signs of wear or damage?
☐ Seatbelts: Are they functional in all seats?
☐ Mirrors: Are they clean, well-positioned, and undamaged?
☐ Horn: Does it work properly?
☐ Emergency Equipment: Is the vehicle equipped with a fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, and other emergency tools? Are they easily accessible?
3. Telematics and Technology
☐ Software Updates: Are all telematics devices, including those from Damoov, updated with the latest software?
☐ Data Review: Has the telematics data been reviewed in the last month for insights into driver behavior?
☐ Emergency Response: Does the telematics system have an emergency response or panic button feature? Is it functional?
☐ GPS Functionality: Is the GPS tracking in real-time without significant lags?
4. On-Road Behavior
☐ Speeding: Any incidents of overspeeding recorded in the last three months?
☐ Hard Braking: Any patterns of hard or abrupt braking observed?
☐ Mobile Use: Any telematic indications of mobile use while driving?
☐ Scheduled Breaks: Do drivers adhere to mandatory break times?
☐ Route Adherence: Are drivers sticking to the pre-defined routes?
5. Communication and Feedback
☐ Communication Devices: Are hands-free communication devices available and in working condition?
☐ Feedback System: Is there a system for drivers to report road conditions, vehicle issues, or safety concerns?
☐ Incident Reporting: Is there a clear protocol for drivers to report any accidents or safety infractions?
6. Subcontractor Compliance
☐ Safety Training: Have all subcontractors undergone safety training?
☐ Vehicle Standards: Do subcontractor vehicles meet company safety standards?
☐ Telematics Onboarding: Are subcontractor vehicles equipped with telematics devices like Damoov? Have they been trained to use them?
7. Emergency Protocols
☐ Contact Lists: Are emergency contact lists available in all vehicles and updated?
☐ Incident Reporting Protocol: Are drivers aware of the steps to take post-accident, including data retrieval from telematics?
☐ Insurance Documentation: Are current insurance documents available in the vehicle?
