• Pre-use checks

  • Not legally mandated daily like road vehicles, but a proportionate system of inspection must exist.

  • This could mean a weekly check, or a checklist system for tyres, brakes, steering, lights, etc., depending on risk.

  • If the van is only lightly used on private grounds, daily driver walk-arounds may not be strictly necessary—but some form of regular inspection is advisable.

• Servicing & Maintenance

  • Yes, you must have a planned preventative maintenance regime, carried out at reasonable intervals, in line with manufacturer recommendations.

  • Keep maintenance records (HSA inspectors often request these).

• NCT (MOT equivalent)

  • Not required, since the van never goes on public roads.

  • However, if at any point it were to be driven on a public road, even briefly, it would need a valid NCT, road tax, and insurance.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Summary:

• No NCT is required if the van never leaves the site.

• Pre-use checks are not strictly mandated daily, but under Irish health and safety law you must have a system of inspections and maintenance appropriate to the risks.

• Regular servicing and record-keeping are required under SHWWA 2005 and the 2007 Work Equipment Regulations.

• Treat the van as work equipment, not a road vehicle, but ensure it is maintained to prevent accidents.

It has gone off-site once before, it was collected on a flatbed and had work done, that is once in about 15 years since it is here! Hasn't seen a service in about 9 years now. Some look at it and act as if it's fine as it's parked up most days of the week, it may get 1 hour of driving a week, probably less. 

Thanks, i know what needs doing now.

Appreciate the help.