Daily Plant Prestarts
Water Cart Daily Pre-Start Checklist
Daily pre-start inspection for water carts and water trucks used for dust suppression and compaction, covering the tank, baffles, pump, spray bars, water cannon and vehicle safety systems. Completed by the driver before each shift.
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Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE DETAILS | ||
| Date | ___________________________ | |
| Registration / Plant ID | ___________________________ | |
| Tank Capacity (litres) | ___________________________ | |
| Driver / Operator Name | ___________________________ | |
| Driver Licence Class | ___________________________ | |
| Odometer / Hour Meter Reading | ___________________________ | |
| ENGINE & FLUIDS | ||
| Engine oil level adequate | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Coolant level adequate | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Fuel and AdBlue levels adequate | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| No leaks under vehicle | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Air tanks drained of moisture (air brakes) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| TANK & MOUNTINGS | ||
| Tank: no leaks, cracks or corrosion | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Tank mounting bolts / U-bolts secure | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Internal baffles intact (per service records) to control surge | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Filler lid closes and latches | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Tank top access ladder and walkway secure | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Water source signage correct (non-potable water marked) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| PUMP & SPRAY SYSTEM | ||
| Water pump primes and runs without abnormal noise | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Front, side and rear spray bars / nozzles clear and operating | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Water cannon / monitor rotates and locks; controls operate from cab | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Fill hose, camlocks and gaskets in good condition | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Valves and hoses: no leaks | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| TYRES, BRAKES & STEERING | ||
| Tyres: no cuts or bulges; tread adequate; pressures correct | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Wheel nuts all present and tight | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Service brakes effective on test | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Park brake holds loaded vehicle | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Steering: no excessive free play | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| SAFETY SYSTEMS & CAB | ||
| Seatbelt serviceable | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Horn and reversing alarm operational | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Reversing camera operational (if fitted) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Lights, beacon and site flag (if required) operational | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Windscreen, wipers and mirrors serviceable | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| UHF radio working on site channel | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Fire extinguisher present and within service date | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| OPERATING CONDITIONS | ||
| Haul road and work area slopes / edges identified | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Watering pattern planned to avoid over-wetting slopes and intersections | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects found (describe or write "None") | ___________________________ | |
| Defects reported to supervisor | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Vehicle fit for operation | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Driver / Operator Signature | ___________________________ | |
| Supervisor Signature | ___________________________ | |