Your intervals, your promise
Safety inspection intervals are set by the operator and recorded as part of the undertakings you give. Missing them by a few days might not feel serious, but a pattern of late inspections is exactly what an examiner looks for.
Records that tell the story
A good file shows each inspection, the defects found, who fixed them and when. A provider will review a sample of your records, point out gaps, and set up a simple routine so the file stays complete.
What good support includes
- Preventive maintenance inspection planner for every vehicle and trailer
- A driver defect reporting process that actually gets used
- Review of workshop reports and follow up on advisories
- Brake test and annual test tracking
- Sensible escalation when a vehicle should not be on the road
General information only. Operator licensing rules are set by the Office of the Traffic Commissioner and DVSA and can change. Always check the current guidance on GOV.UK. Nothing here is legal advice.
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