The Driver Daily Walkaround Check App is one tool that can help to monitor and record checks, send reminders about missed checks, and close the loop between issues identified in a daily check and getting vehicles back out on the road with the resolution of that issue.

Ultimately, the accurate undertaking and recording of daily walkaround checks is a driver’s legal responsibility. If they do not complete their checks, drivers could face hefty fines or even jail time. This DVSA Guide points put that: “As the driver, you are responsible for the condition of your vehicle when in use on the road.” By properly recording the checks they have undertaken, drivers can be sure that they have upheld their responsibilities.

The DVSA Guide also points to the importance of ensuring that enough time is taken to ensure all checks are completed thoroughly. With a manual paper checklist, it is all too easy for drivers to tick the boxes in one location, within a couple of minutes – without really completing the daily checks at all. by setting minimum timeframes for the checks it becomes harder for drivers to fake them,