Secure, check, record: have you carried out your checks? (accessible)
Updated 20 September 2024
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Checklist in accordance with Regulation 2 of the Carriers� Liability Regulations 2002 (as amended). Print additional copies if needed for longer journeys.
Company name:
Vehicle number:
Driver name:
Trailer number:
Date:
Vehicle type:
Loaded at (time, date and location):
Which security device have you used? (Seal / Lock / Other) Number:
| After loading | Stop No: | Stop No: | Stop No: | Final check | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date & Time: | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Location: | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Lock/Seal/Device number | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check load space is effectively secured against unauthorised access? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check cargo is effectively secured against unauthorised access? (if applicable) | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check all locks, seals and other security devices for signs of tampering, damage and unauthorised repair or replacement? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check TIR cables and straps and related eyelets checked for signs of tampering, damage or signs of unauthorised repair or replacement? (if applicable) | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check outer shell or fabric cover checked for signs of unauthorised access? (if applicable) | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check all external storage compartments for signs of unauthorised access? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check wind deflectors for signs of unauthorised access? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check beneath the vehicle for signs of unauthorised access? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check inside the vehicle for signs of unauthorised access? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check the vehicle’s roof from inside the vehicle for signs of unauthorised access? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check that no person has gained unauthorised access? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Check all necessary documentation is correct? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Any signs noted that a person has gained, or has attempted to gain, unauthorised access to the vehicle? | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |
| Endorsement from a third party who carried out the above checks (if applicable) | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý | Ìý |