Safety checklist — Transport vehicle inspection

Check tires — wear, pressure, wheel nuts, cuts (all wheels)

Inspect headlights, marker lights, turn signals, brake lights and reflectors

Check fluid levels: engine oil, coolant, washer fluid, power steering

Inspect exhaust system — no audible or visible leak

Check axles, suspension and leaf springs

Inspect body, chassis and fender condition

Check coupling system if trailer (fifth wheel, kingpin, landing gear)

Check trailer air and electrical connections

Warning triangle, fire extinguisher and first aid kit present

Documents on board per the SAAQ guide (licence, registration, insurance, PEVL)Critical

ℹ️ SAAQ / Highway Safety Code regime — consult the official guide, not a CSTC article.

Start engine — check dashboard warning lights

Test service and parking brakesCritical

ℹ️ Major defect: ground the vehicle per the official SAAQ circle-check guide.

Test horn and air horn

Check steering operation

Test windshield wipers, defroster and heating system

Check mirror adjustment — blind spots covered

Seat belt present and functional

Check air pressure gauge (pneumatic braking system)

Record odometer reading

Complete the SAAQ safety circle check reportCritical

ℹ️ Circle check: Highway Safety Code vehicle-safety regulation. Keep the report per that regulation — do not memorize a retention period off the text.

Report any deficiency — minor (48 h repair) or major (immediate withdrawal)

Sign the circle check report