First User Checks For Bus And Coaches

Bus and coach drivers are legally required to conduct a walk around check of their vehicle before first use. Often called a first user check. Traditionally checks have been carried out on paper which is difficult to manage and maintain. The CheckedSafe solution solves this problem. The First User Check App allows real time reporting of defects, immediate notifications, end to end audit trail and a trend analysis for all the fleet. The CheckedSafe App is simple to use for drivers of any IT ability and once the First User Check is synchronised to the Checkedsafe Workforce Manager, our comprehensive system allows the Transport Manager or Fleet Manager to utilise that data to manage their fleet effectively and efficiently. Second User or In-Service Check Where more than one driver will use the same bus or coach over the course of the working day, the driver taking charge of a vehicle should make sure it is roadworthy and safe to drive by carrying out their own check. Checkedsafe uses the GPS on the driver’s mobile device to pin point their location when they carry out the daily walk around check. The map location is included in the resulting report. Checkedsafe has several DVSA recommended checklist’s however, all checks can be made bespoke. In fact, a checklist can be created for any vehicle or piece of equipment. Checks can be conducted regardless of wi-fi connection or phone signal. All checks are stored on the device and uploaded automatically to the Checkedsafe Workforce Manager when the driver is in signal area. Designed for Android and Apple mobile devices, Checkedsafe also runs on tablet (Android) and iPads and is also available on the Tom Tom platform. We use the mobile device’s motion sensors to track the driver’s movements as they undertake the check, which ensures that the check is accurately being completed and you can see the driver moving around the vehicle. Once data is recorded on the Checkedsafe App, it cannot be altered in any way as it is a fully secured service. There is a proven saving on removing the paper based vehicle defect reports and going digital, not only on the storage of all vehicle defect cards but on distribution, collection and manual data entry of each card. The peace of mind, knowing that all the daily walkround checks are completed whilst being notified in real time of any defects across your entire fleet adds value and helps stream line your operation. Reducing your administration costs associated with running a paper based system can be eliminated with staff redeployed into other areas of the business. Track non-compliant workers who flout the rules with evidence based reporting which identifies repeat offenders who expose your company to financial risks and curtailments. Real-time notification of defects on checks carried out at the roadside enable your service department to schedule their workflow and more importantly, order parts required before the vehicle has even returned, reducing off road time.