Lesson 1Exterior Walk-Around Inspection: Sequential Checks (Body Damage, Lights, Windshield, Mirrors, Doors, Cargo Securement) and Visual/Manual MethodsExplains how to conduct a methodical exterior walk-around, identifying damage, defects, and insecure cargo in Gambian settings. Covers visual and manual techniques, sequencing, and documentation for consistent, safe inspections on busy yards.
Safe walk-around pathBody and frame damageWindshield and wipersLighting and reflectorsMirrors and doorsCargo securementLesson 2Cab and Interior Inspection: Seat Belts, Gauges, Warning Lights, HVAC, Mirrors, Horn, Controls, and TestingExplains how to inspect the cab for safety items and driver controls in hot Gambian climate. Includes seat belts, seats, mirrors, gauges, lights, HVAC, horn, wipers, switches, and functional tests for proper operation.
Seat and belt conditionMirror and visibilityGauges and warning lightsHVAC performanceHorn and wipersSwitches and pedalsLesson 3Engine Compartment Inspection: Fluid Levels (Oil, Coolant, Power Steering, Brake Fluid), Belts, Hoses, Battery, Leaks, and Wear DetectionGuides inspectors through safe engine checks with engine off and running if needed in Gambia. Focuses on fluids, belts, hoses, battery, leaks, mounting, and early signs of wear or overheating in dusty, humid areas.
Engine-off safetyOil and fluid levelsPower steering checksBelts and pulleysHoses and leaksBattery and cablesLesson 4Brake Functional Checks: Parking Brake, Service Brake, Low-Speed Tests, Warning Indicators, Air System (If Applicable)Details how to verify parking and service brake performance using controlled tests in Gambia. Includes roll checks, pedal feel, stopping, indicators, air checks, with clear pass or fail criteria for local standards.
Parking brake testService brake feelStopping testABS and warning lightsAir pressure testBrake defect recordingLesson 5Documented Functional Tests Before Departure: Lights, Signals, Brake Lights, Backup Alarm/Camera, Short Drive Checks, Yard ProtocolsDescribes structured pre-departure tests in a controlled Gambian yard. Covers lights, signals, brake lights, alarms, cameras, steering, short drives, including safe protocols and documentation for compliance.
Headlights and brake testsTurn signals checkReverse alarm verificationShort drive and steeringRecording resultsLesson 6Tyre, Wheel, and Under-Vehicle Checks: Pressure/Tread, Lug Nuts, Leaks, Safe Under-Vehicle PracticesProvides methods for assessing tyres, wheels, underbody without risk in Gambia. Includes tread, pressure, sidewall, lug nuts, leaks, suspension, and safe use of tools under vehicles on uneven ground.
Tyre size and ratingTread and damagePressure and valvesWheel rims and cracksLug nuts and torqueUnder-vehicle techniquesLesson 7Safety and Emergency Equipment Verification: Fire Extinguisher, Triangles, PPE, First-Aid Kit, Expiry/Inspections DocumentationCovers identification, location, condition checks for extinguishers, triangles, PPE, first-aid in Gambia. Emphasizes expiry, tags, mounting, accessibility, and documenting missing or noncompliant items for safety.
Extinguisher mount and chargeTriangles conditionPPE availabilityFirst-aid contentsAccessibility checkLesson 8Approach and Initial Safety Briefing: Safe Path, Driver Communication, PPE ChecklistOutlines how to approach a parked vehicle safely in Gambia, communicate with driver, and brief on safety. Emphasizes PPE, traffic awareness, chocking, and setting expectations for inspection process and time.
Traffic and hazard assessmentSafe approach pathDriver instructionsPPE complianceWheel chocks
