POV Inspection Checklist at a glance
What it is: The POV INSPECTION CHECKLIST lists each ITEM with WHAT TO CHECK, WHAT TO LOOK FOR and a CHECKOFF.
Who signs: Sign on each Signature line: the Inspector's Name, the Operator's Name and the Platoon Sergeant/ NCOIC Approval.
A filled-in POV Inspection Checklist example: an inspector checks a car
How to fill out POV Inspection Checklist, box by box
NAME SECTION
Fill in the NAME and SECTION, then Veh Make / Model, Drvr Lic # / Exp Date, Veh Color / Year and Lic Plate # / Exp Date.
TIRES
For TIRES, Condition, mark Front and Rear: tread depth, wear, weathering, evenly seated, bulges, imbedded objects, cuts, breaks. Use a penny and place it in the tire tread (Lincoln's head facing you and toward the tire). If you can see all of Lincoln's head it is not ok.
NOTE: No mixing of radial tires/bias tires.
For Spare tire, check Spare tire (inflated), jack, lug wrench, and mark Pass or Fail.
LIGHTS
Head lights: check both high and low beams operational, cracked, condensation, secured, and mark Left and Right.
Tail lights: check lenses intact, tail lights work when turned on (red), and mark Left and Right.
Brake lights: check lenses intact, brake lights work when brake is applied (red), and mark Left and Right.
Turn signals: check lenses intact, left and right turn signals blink (red lights in rear and yellow lights in front), and mark Front Left, Front Right, Rear Left and Rear Right.
Backup lights: check lenses intact, left and right backup lights work (White Light), and mark Left and Right.
Four-way flashers: check lenses intact, left and right turn signals flash/blink at the same time, and mark Front Left, Front Right, Rear Left and Rear Right.
License plate light: check lenses in tact, does light stay on, and mark Pass or Fail.
Windshield / Windows / Wipers
Windshield: not cracked, broken or scratched to the degree that impairs vision; mark Pass or Fail.
Rear Window: not cracked, broken or scratched to the degree that impairs vision; mark Pass or Fail.
Windows: windows go up and down, not scratched or tinted to the degree that impairs vision; mark Pass or Fail.
Window Controls: check handles, push electric buttons, and mark Pass or Fail.
Windshield Wipers: both wipers are installed on vehicle, windshield wipers work, blades show signs of wear; mark Pass or Fail.
Mirror and Bumpers
Mirror outside: check missing, cracked, and mark Pass or Fail.
Mirror inside: check missing, cracked, and mark Pass or Fail.
Bumper Front: check missing, lose, broken, and mark Pass or Fail.
Bumper Rear: check missing, lose, broken, bent in any way to cause a hazard, and mark Pass or Fail.
Brakes
Brakes: foot pedal cannot travel more than half way to floor, does brake light stay on; mark Pass or Fail.
Emergency Brake: properly adjusted, check emergency brake by: pull/push emergency brake, apply foot brake, gently press gas pedal and ensure brake holds vehicle; mark Pass or Fail.
Interior
Horn: does it work; mark Pass or Fail.
Defroster front: ensure hot air blows out; mark Pass or Fail.
Defroster Rear: check light on dash, if in the winter, ensure it works by allowing the rear windshield to clear up; mark Pass or Fail.
Emergency equipment (OPTIONAL): first aid kit, warning triangle, flashlight, fire extinguisher, blanket, flares, shovel, chains, tools, etc. (Check host nation laws for any additional equipment required); mark Pass or Fail.
Heater: ensure heater works; mark Pass or Fail.
Seatbelts: seatbelt Front/Rear (Include shoulder harness during inspection, may have a center seat belt); missing, frayed, does not snap; mark Front and Rear.
License / Decals / Insurance
State drivers license: expired, missing; mark Pass or Fail.
Installation Decal: missing, needs replacing; mark Pass or Fail.
License Plate (License plates match windshield decal - Europe only): expired, check sticker/decal to ensure plate is current; mark Pass or Fail.
Insurance: does the operator have valid insurance; mark Pass or Fail.
Under the Hood
Under the Hood, Brake: filled to the appropriate level; mark Pass or Fail.
Windshield washer: windshield washer fluid (increased usage during winter months); mark Pass or Fail.
Battery: check the color indicator on the battery - check terminals, clean and tight, battery held down securely; mark Pass or Fail.
Power steering: filled to appropriate level; mark Pass or Fail.
Hoses: cuts, cracks, leaks, bulges, chaffing, deterioration; mark Pass or Fail.
Signatures
Sign on each Signature line: the Inspector's Name, the Operator's Name and the Platoon Sergeant/ NCOIC Approval.
Enter the Date Inspection Conducted, the Date of Follow-up Inspection if necessary and the Leave / Pass / Holiday Dates.
Sources
[1] POV Inspection Checklist, Marine Corps Installations East (the Official source link on this page).
