Daily ambulance checks: an essential practice for safety and quality of care

Every day, hundreds of paramedics take to the road to carry out vital missions. But before every departure, an essential gesture ensures their safety and that of their patients: the daily check of the vehicle and the onboard equipment.

🤔 What should be checked? Why is this check crucial? How can you ensure nothing is forgotten? We clarify this in this article designed for health transport professionals.

Why is the daily check indispensable?

1. To ensure the safety of staff and patients

Under-inflated tires, faulty lights, improperly secured stretcher… These small details can have serious consequences. A poorly maintained vehicle is a risk during interventions.

2. To guarantee the quality of care

No equipment should be missing onboard. Imagine a vital emergency… without a functional sphygmomanometer or suction. The proper functioning and presence of emergency equipment can make all the difference.

3. To remain compliant with regulations

The legislation imposes strict obligations regarding equipment. In the event of an ARS check or inspection, forgetting something can lead to administrative penalties, or even the immobilization of the vehicle.

What should be checked every day?

Vehicle check

• Fuel level

• Tire pressure and condition

• Fluid levels (oil, brake fluid, windshield washer fluid…)

• Functioning of lights, sirens, audible warning devices

• Check of the tailgate or access ramp

• Presence of the triangle, safety vest, fire extinguisher

Check of onboard medical equipment

• Voltage and charge of the suction machine

• Condition and expiration date of consumables (oxygen, bandages…)

• Functioning of the sphygmomanometer, pulse oximeter, oximeter

• Cleanliness and condition of the stretcher, shell mattress, splints

• Check of first aid kits, emergency bag, resuscitation equipment

Tip: use a digital checklist to avoid forgetting anything!

With a tool like Vesuv, you can automate this routine and make it more reliable. Your teams check each control point, take photos if necessary, and report anomalies in just a few clicks.

What to do in case of an anomaly?

A broken strap, a warning light that turns on, a missing piece of equipment? It's crucial to:

1. Report the anomaly immediately (via a digital tool or a paper form)

2. Plan the repair or replacement

3. Keep a record of the checks to prove your compliance

🧠 Good to know: With Vesuv, you can report anomalies from a smartphone, centralize reports, and track their resolution. It's simple, quick, and secures your teams.

The check, a 5-minute investment… to avoid hours of hassle

Walking around the vehicle, checking the equipment, how long does that take? 5 to 10 minutes in the morning. And yet, these few minutes prevent delays, failed interventions, and especially, risky situations.

💡 Bonus: This ritual also demonstrates the professionalism and seriousness of your team. In case of a check, you have everything at hand to prove your diligence.

Conclusion: make the daily check a habit

✔️ It’s a simple gesture
✔️ It’s a guarantee of quality
✔️ And with the right tools, it’s no longer a constraint

👉 Want to automate your vehicle and onboard equipment checks?
Discover how Vesuv saves you time, makes your processes more reliable, and helps you remain compliant… without paper, without stress.