Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Farm Vehicle Safety Inspection
A farm vehicle safety inspection for trucks, utility vehicles, and service vehicles to verify brakes, lights, tires, loads, and safety gear before leaving the yard.
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What is on this checklist
- Brakes feel normal
- Steering and suspension
- Tires and lug nuts
- Headlights and brake lights
- Mirrors and windshield
- Seatbelts work
- Horn and backup alarm
- Load tied down and balanced
- Fire extinguisher and first aid kit
- Fluid leaks
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with OSHA and eXtension.
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