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Annual Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Policy

1) The document revises REE policy from requiring quarterly visual safety inspections of motor vehicles to annual inspections to be consistent with departmental policy. 2) Visual safety inspections must include checking all items on the enclosed safety inspection checklist. 3) APMO's are responsible for ensuring annual inspections are performed, any repairs are made, and inspection records are kept with official vehicle records.

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Annual Motor Vehicle Safety Inspection Policy

1) The document revises REE policy from requiring quarterly visual safety inspections of motor vehicles to annual inspections to be consistent with departmental policy. 2) Visual safety inspections must include checking all items on the enclosed safety inspection checklist. 3) APMO's are responsible for ensuring annual inspections are performed, any repairs are made, and inspection records are kept with official vehicle records.

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  • Policy Memorandum: Introduces the policy memorandum regarding motor vehicle visual safety inspections, outlining the context and need for regular inspections.
  • Contact Information: Provides contact information for further inquiries and emphasizes the importance of safety and compliance with departmental regulations.
  • Vehicle Visual Safety Inspection Checklist: Lists items to inspect for vehicle safety, detailing operational checks and services required, to comply with safety standards.

Procurement & Property Division

Policy Memorandum

Number:
Subject: Motor Vehicle Visual Safety Inspections
221.1-06

Distribution: Date: This Replaces:


ARS: AAO=s Section 23, Visual
APMO=s Safety Inspections,
FD November 29, 2000 P&P 221.1M, dated
NASS 8/3/99

Background In 1995 the Department revised its policy and eliminated the requirement
for annual mechanical inspections. The original policy required agencies
to have qualified licensed mechanics perform mechanical inspections
according to State and local requirements. If there was no State or local
requirement, agencies were to follow manufacturer=s recommended
schedules. Even though mechanical inspections were eliminated, the
revised policy did include a requirement for a visual safety inspection on a
regular basis, at least annually. Licensed mechanics did not have to
perform the visual safety inspections. Agencies could designate anyone
except the assigned vehicle drivers. REE policy required agencies to
perform visual safety inspections quarterly.

Policy Guidance We are revising REE policy for quarterly visual safety inspection to an
annual visual safety inspection to be consistent with Departmental policy.
At a minimum, visual safety inspections will include all items contained
in Enclosure (1), Safety Inspection Checklist.

Action Required APMO=s are responsible for ensuring that APO=s perform/schedule
by APO==s/APMO==s annual safety inspections and make any necessary repairs. APMO=s will
maintain a copy of the annual safety inspection with the official vehicle
records.
2

As a reminder, Departmental regulations also require agencies to maintain


its fleet in a safe operating condition by performing routine preventive and
scheduled maintenance. APMO=s and APO=s are responsible for ensuring
REE vehicles receive scheduled maintenance and for reminding vehicle
operators to immediately report any mechanical or safety problem. Under
no circumstances will vehicle operators operate vehicles with mechanical
problems or safety hazards that may cause damage to the vehicle or
compromise employee safety.

PPD Point of If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Brumback on
Contact 202-720-2359.

Approved: /s/
Richard G. Irwin
Director
Procurement and Property Division
Enclosure 1

VEHICLE VISUAL SAFETY INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Date
Tag Number
Current
Odometer

ITEMS OPERATIONAL SERVICE REQUIRED


Yes No
Tires (including spare): Wear, Inflation,
Cut, etc.
Parking Brake: Engages
Head Lights: Regular and Hi-Beams
Brake Lights
Turn Signals
Hazard Lights
Interior Lights
Seat Belts: Front and Back
Windshield, Windows, and Mirrors:
Cracks and Adjustments
Windshield Wipers, including Fluid
Horn
Additional Equipment: Vehicle Log,
Accident Reporting Kit, Jack, Spare Tire,
First Aid Kit, Emergency Kit/Flares
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