Transport compliance expert Novadata has launched its new Road Sweeper Defect Report Book, the latest addition to its popular range of Vehicle Defect & Inspection Books. This new defect report book guides road sweeper drivers through a thorough vehicle inspection, creating a robust record of each stage of the check, reporting any defects discovered, so that they can be promptly rectified. Each book comprises 50 numbered duplicated sheets, which provide a step-by-step prompt, and which form a comprehensive report of the check, demonstrating compliance in the event of an inspection. The Road Sweeper Defect Report Book is ideal for Local Authorities and Facilities Management organisations. 

For those who require a digital approach, Novadata’s versatile Daily Walkaround Check App now also offers a Road Sweeper inspection setting, so that accurate digital records of checks can be created.

Robust records of daily DVSA walkaround vehicle checks are essential for transport operators, in order to be able to demonstrate compliance and the fulfilling of O Licence undertakings. Failure to complete vehicle walkaround checks can put the O Licence at risk, so it is essential to be able to demonstrate compliance to a DVSA inspector. Both the new defect book and the walkaround check app help transport operators to form the meticulous records which are a prerequisite for membership of the DVSA Earned Recognition scheme.

Derek Broomfield, Chairman of Novadata, said, “It is vital to ensure that every vehicle in the fleet is well maintained and regularly checked. Road sweepers are no exception. We recognise that many transport operators are traditional in approach and favour a paper-based solution for keeping accurate records of daily walkaround checks. This is both acceptable and compliant, provided that the records are permanent and correct. Our range of Vehicle Defect & Inspection Books are designed to ensure that the walkaround check is conducted thoroughly and recorded accurately, leaving a robust, long-lasting record of every check. Our new Road Sweeper Defect Report Book is the latest addition to the range.

“However, an increasing number of operators prefer a paperless, digital solution, and for them we provide a versatile, industry-leading walkaround check app, which is both user-friendly and versatile enough for drivers to use on any road-going vehicle, including road sweepers.”

The new Novadata Road Sweeper Defect Report Book is available to order from Novadata’s online shop.