← Lessons 13-Planned Preventive Maintenance
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1. INTRODUCTION 2. THE IMPORTANCE OF PLANNED MAINTENANCE 3. PROGRAMME PLANNING 4. PROGRAMME OBJECTIVE 5. THE SYSTEM AND PROCEDURE 6. IN-HOUSE MAINTENANCE 7. CONTRACTED OUT MAINTENANCE 8. DOCUMENTATION 9. ELECTRONIC RECORD KEEPING 10. CONCLUSION QUICK EXAM NUMBERS / FACTS – MEMORISE THESE 12. FINAL MEMORY CHECKLIST

12. FINAL MEMORY CHECKLIST

  • The operator remains ultimately responsible for roadworthiness.
  • A satisfactory planned-maintenance system is required for the operator’s licence.
  • Daily walkround checks are required before use; subsequent drivers should also check.
  • Use documented defect reporting, including Nil returns.
  • Safety inspections must be planned at suitable time-based intervals.
  • Every safety inspection includes a laden brake-performance assessment with calibrated equipment.
  • Routine servicing should follow manufacturer recommendations.
  • Annual testing applies to the vehicle/trailer categories specified in the material.
  • In-house maintenance offers control but requires premises, equipment, qualified staff and additional overheads.
  • Contracted-out maintenance requires a written contract, but responsibility remains with the operator.
  • Keep complete vehicle history, inspection/PMI, defect/rectification and certificate records.
  • Electronic records must be secure, tamper-proof, auditable and backed up.
  • Poor maintenance can lead to prohibitions, prosecution and ultimately loss of the operator’s licence.