| 1 | Is a current risk assessment for workplace transport activities in place and communicated to all relevant staff? |
| 2 | Are any necessary permits (e.g., for hot work or vehicle use) obtained and displayed? |
| 3 | Is a written transport safety policy or procedure available and accessible on site? |
| 4 | Is a traffic management plan for vehicle routes in place and communicated to all staff? |
| 5 | Are all vehicle operators trained, competent and hold a valid licence for the vehicle type they use? |
| 6 | Have operators been briefed on site-specific hazards and traffic routes for this shift? |
| 7 | Is there adequate supervision for vehicle movements in high‑risk areas? |
| 8 | Are traffic routes clearly marked, separated from pedestrian walkways, and free from obstructions? |
| 9 | Is the site lighting sufficient for safe vehicle operation during all working hours? |
| 10 | Are floor and road surfaces maintained to prevent slips, trips and vehicle instability? |
| 11 | Is weather information considered and appropriate controls (e.g., speed reduction) applied when conditions are adverse? |
| 12 | Are loading/unloading areas protected by barriers or exclusion zones to prevent unauthorised access? |
| 13 | Are vehicle speed limits enforced and signs displayed at appropriate locations? |
| 14 | Are blind‑spot mirrors or cameras installed where visibility is limited? |
| 15 | Are all vehicles inspected daily using a pre‑use checklist and are any defects recorded and rectified before use? |
| 16 | Is vehicle maintenance up to date and records readily available on site? |
| 17 | Are load‑carrying devices (e.g., forklifts, pallet trucks) suitable for the loads and inspected regularly? |
| 18 | Are loads on vehicles correctly secured and stable before movement? |
| 19 | Are operators required to wear seat belts and are they used? |
| 20 | Are audible warning devices (horns, beepers) functional and used where required? |
| 21 | Are hazardous substances (e.g., fuel, oils) stored in designated, labelled containers away from traffic routes? |
| 22 | Is there a spill response plan for vehicle‑related leaks and is spill kit readily accessible? |
| 23 | Is appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., high‑visibility clothing, safety footwear) worn by all personnel in traffic zones? |
| 24 | Are hearing protection and eye protection provided where required by the task? |
| 25 | Are physical barriers, traffic cones or demarcation tape used to separate vehicle routes from pedestrian areas? |
| 26 | Is there adequate signage indicating speed limits, direction of travel and hazard warnings? |
| 27 | Are emergency stop devices or alarms installed on vehicles where required? |
| 28 | Is the site emergency plan displayed and are emergency contact numbers clearly visible? |
| 29 | Are first‑aid kits and fire‑extinguishers positioned near vehicle operation areas? |
| 30 | Is there a procedure for reporting vehicle incidents and near‑misses promptly? |
| 31 | After vehicle use, are aisles and work areas cleared of obstructions and debris? |
| 32 | Are any temporary traffic controls removed and the site returned to its normal layout? |
| 33 | Is a post‑use inspection record completed for each vehicle used during the shift? |
| 34 | Is there a system for recording, reviewing, and updating transport safety procedures based on incident reports and near‑misses? |
| 35 | Are regular safety audits of workplace transport carried out and documented? |
