Who completes a vehicle inspection?

• A. The delivery associate
• B. The supervisor
• C. The mechanic
• D. The dispatcher

Answer: (A)

The driver completes the vehicle inspection before starting a route because the person who will operate the vehicle must verify it’s safe to drive. This pre-trip check is about ensuring roadworthiness and spotting issues that could affect safety or delivery schedules. The driver is in the best position to inspect critical items such as tires, brakes, lights, horns, mirrors, windshield and wipers, fluids, and any obvious damage or loose equipment. If something isn’t right, the driver should not proceed and should report the issue for maintenance or supervision to arrange the necessary fixes.

Supervisors oversee safety and operations but don’t perform the routine pre-trip check; mechanics handle maintenance and repair tasks; dispatchers coordinate routes and communication. The driver’s responsibility to inspect ensures immediate accountability and helps prevent problems on the road.