| 1 | Has a risk assessment and method statement for loading and unloading been completed and briefed to all operatives? |
| 2 | Are all operatives trained and competent to operate the transporter, ramp and winch system? |
| 3 | Is the ground beneath the transporter and ramp stable, level and free of slip or trip hazards? |
| 4 | Is the weather suitable – no excessive wind or rain that could affect vehicle stability? |
| 5 | Are exclusion zones and barriers in place to keep unauthorised persons clear of the loading area? |
| 6 | Is the transporter parked on a firm surface with parking brakes applied and wheel chocks set? |
| 7 | Is the trailer securely coupled to the transporter and the coupling inspected for damage? |
| 8 | Is the loading ramp inspected for cracks, corrosion or missing fixings and securely attached to the transporter? |
| 9 | Is the ramp angle set within the manufacturer’s safe working limits? |
| 10 | Is the winch inspected, correctly rigged and the load‑line in good condition with no fraying or kinks? |
| 11 | Is the winch emergency stop functional and accessible? |
| 12 | Are the load‑securing straps, chains or tie‑downs rated for the car’s weight and inspected for wear? |
| 13 | Is the car positioned on the ramp with wheels aligned, handbrake applied and transmission in neutral before winching? |
| 14 | Are spotters or a dedicated loading supervisor present to monitor the operation? |
| 15 | Is personal protective equipment – high‑visibility clothing, safety footwear, hard hat and gloves – worn by all crew? |
| 16 | Are fall arrest systems or edge protection used where crew work above the transporter deck? |
| 17 | Is the area clear of unnecessary equipment and debris that could cause trips or falls? |
| 18 | Is a fire extinguisher of appropriate type readily accessible at the loading site? |
| 19 | Are first‑aid kits and trained first‑aiders available on site? |
| 20 | If a spill of fuel or oil occurs, is a spill kit on hand and the spill contained promptly? |
| 21 | After loading, is the ramp re‑tracted, secured and any temporary fixings removed? |
| 22 | Is the transporter tyre pressure checked and tyre tread condition satisfactory? |
| 23 | Is the hydraulic fluid level inspected and are there any signs of leaks in the winch or ramp hydraulics? |
| 24 | Is the transporter braking system inspected and functional, with handbrake and service brake tested? |
| 25 | Is the steering mechanism free of play and correctly aligned? |
| 26 | Are the ROPS/FOPS structures on the transporter and ramp securely fitted and undamaged? |
| 27 | Is the winch load rating displayed and is the intended load within that rating? |
| 28 | Are all safety guards, warning lights and audible alarms on the transporter operational? |
| 29 | Is the transporter maintenance log up to date and available for review? |
| 30 | Is the transporter’s load‑capacity plate clearly visible and not obscured? |
| 31 | Is the winch control panel free of damage and all controls functioning correctly? |
| 32 | Are the ramp securing pins or latch mechanisms engaged and checked for wear? |
| 33 | Is the transporter’s under‑carriage inspected for damage or loose components before use? |
| 34 | Is the trailer’s braking system inspected and functional before loading? |
| 35 | Is the winch cable wound neatly on its drum with no kinks, fraying or damaged splices? |
