PUBLIC TRANSPORT VEHICLE INSPECTION CHECKLIST TEMPLATE

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--- VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ---
[ ] Vehicle Registration Number
[ ] Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
[ ] Fleet Number/Asset ID
[ ] Odometer Reading (km/miles)
[ ] Date of Inspection
[ ] Vehicle Type (Bus, Coach, Mini-Bus, Tram, Other)
[ ] Inspection Location

--- ENGINE & MECHANICAL ---
[ ] Engine Oil Level (mm)
[ ] Engine Coolant Level (mm)
[ ] Engine Noise Level (Normal, Slightly Elevated, Excessive, Unusual)
[ ] Belt Condition (Good, Cracked, Worn, Damaged)
[ ] Notes on Engine Performance
[ ] Engine Temperature (Celsius)
[ ] Leaks Present? (No, Yes - Oil, Yes - Coolant, Yes - Other)

--- BRAKING SYSTEM ---
[ ] Brake Pedal Free Play (mm)
[ ] Brake Pedal Feel (Firm, Spongy, Normal, Soft, Abnormal)
[ ] Brake Noise (During Test) (None, Squeal, Grinding, Rattling, Other (Specify))
[ ] Description of Brake Noise (if applicable)
[ ] Brake Disc Thickness (mm) - Front
[ ] Brake Disc Thickness (mm) - Rear
[ ] Brake Pad Thickness (Visual Inspection) (Sufficient, Marginal, Low)
[ ] Brake System Photo (if issues found)

--- STEERING & SUSPENSION ---
[ ] Steering Play (Horizontal) (< 5 degrees, 5-10 degrees, > 10 degrees, N/A)
[ ] Power Steering Operation (Normal, Noisy, Difficult, N/A)
[ ] Suspension Bounce (Cycles)
[ ] Shock Absorber Leaks (None, Minor, Moderate, Severe)
[ ] Suspension Noise Description
[ ] Ball Joint Condition (Good, Fair, Poor, N/A)
[ ] Tie Rod End Condition (Good, Fair, Poor, N/A)

--- TIRES & WHEELS ---
[ ] Tire Pressure (Front Left)
[ ] Tire Pressure (Front Right)
[ ] Tire Pressure (Rear Left)
[ ] Tire Pressure (Rear Right)
[ ] Tire Tread Depth (Front Left) (< 2mm, 2-4mm, 4-6mm, > 6mm)
[ ] Tire Condition (Overall - Front) (Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Tire Condition (Overall - Rear) (Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Notes on Tire/Wheel Condition

--- LIGHTS & ELECTRICAL ---
[ ] Headlights (Left) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Headlights (Right) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Taillights (Left) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Taillights (Right) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Brake Lights (Left) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Brake Lights (Right) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Turn Signals (Left) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Turn Signals (Right) (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)
[ ] Interior Lights (Working, Dim, Not Working, N/A)

--- BODYWORK & STRUCTURE ---
[ ] Describe any dents or scratches
[ ] Measure length of any cracks (mm)
[ ] Rust Condition (None, Minor, Moderate, Severe)
[ ] Frame Damage? (Yes, No)
[ ] Upload photos of any damage
[ ] Describe any previous repairs to the bodywork
[ ] Windshield Condition (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)

--- PASSENGER SAFETY EQUIPMENT ---
[ ] Fire Extinguisher Last Inspection Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
[ ] Fire Extinguisher Pressure (PSI)
[ ] Fire Extinguisher Condition (Good, Damaged, Needs Replacement)
[ ] Emergency Exit Windows (All Functioning, Some Malfunctioning, All Malfunctioning)
[ ] Emergency Lighting Status (Front Lights, Rear Lights, Interior Lights)
[ ] First Aid Kit Completeness (Complete, Missing Items, Restock Needed)
[ ] Notes on Safety Equipment Condition

--- INTERIOR CLEANLINESS & CONDITION ---
[ ] Dust/Debris Level (1-5, 1=Clean, 5=Severe)
[ ] Odor Present? (Yes, No)
[ ] Describe any noticeable odors (if applicable)
[ ] Stain Present on Seats? (Yes, No)
[ ] Describe Seat Stain (if applicable)
[ ] Window Cleanliness (1-5, 1=Clean, 5=Dirty) (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
[ ] Areas Requiring Cleaning (Seats, Floors, Windows, Walls, Overhead Compartments)

--- ACCESSIBILITY FEATURES (IF APPLICABLE) ---
[ ] Wheelchair Ramp Functionality (Fully Functional, Minor Issues, Major Issues - Out of Service)
[ ] Lift Functionality (Fully Functional, Minor Issues, Major Issues - Out of Service)
[ ] Ramp Deployment Speed (seconds)
[ ] Lift Ascent/Descent Speed (seconds)
[ ] Accessibility Equipment Notes
[ ] Audio Visual Announcements (Fully Functional, Minor Issues, Major Issues - Out of Service)
[ ] Securement Points (All Present and Secure, Some Missing/Damaged, Requires Repair/Replacement)

--- EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM ---
[ ] Exhaust Gas Opacity Reading (if applicable)
[ ] Catalytic Converter Condition (Good, Fair, Poor, Not Applicable)
[ ] EGR Valve Operation (if applicable) (Operating Correctly, Restricted, Stuck Open, Not Applicable)
[ ] Diesel Particulate Filter Status (if applicable) (Regenerating, Not Regenerating, Faulted, Not Applicable)
[ ] Notes on Emission Control System Performance
[ ] Last Emission Test Date

--- FLUID LEVELS ---
[ ] Engine Oil Level (mm)
[ ] Coolant Level (mm)
[ ] Brake Fluid Level (mm)
[ ] Power Steering Fluid Level (mm)
[ ] Washer Fluid Level (mm)
[ ] Engine Oil Condition (Clean, Slightly Dirty, Dirty, Milky/Contaminated)
[ ] Notes on Fluid Levels (if applicable)

--- DOCUMENTATION & COMPLIANCE ---
[ ] Last Inspection Date
[ ] Vehicle Mileage at Inspection
[ ] Vehicle Registration Status (Valid, Expired, Suspended)
[ ] Certificate of Fitness (CoF) Status (Valid, Expired, Pending Renewal)
[ ] CoF Expiry Date
[ ] Upload Vehicle Registration Document
[ ] Upload Certificate of Fitness (CoF)
[ ] Notes/Comments Regarding Compliance

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