NASA Official Fleet Management Handbook
Driver’s Handbook
Driver and Operator Responsibilities
Pre- and
Post- Inspections
The vehicle operator must conduct vehicle inspections
before and after each day’s use of the vehicles. In particular, the
driver is responsible for checking engine oil and coolant levels and
tire pressures. Discrepancies found during the course of the inspection
shall be documented and reported to maintenance for repair after
coordinating with the department supervisor.
Interior
and Exterior Cleanliness of Vehicles is the Operator’s Responsibility
This is normally accomplished by washing vehicles one
or two times each month or more often where needed using only the basic
inexpensive car wash.
Flat
Tires
Vehicles will be equipped with a spare and a jack so
that drivers have the ability to change flats. In cases where the driver
is physically unable to change a flat tire, assistance should be called
for using the designated Point of Contact (POC) provided by the Center
Transportation Officer (CTO).
Won’t
Start and Won’t Run
Drivers will initially contact the POC when they
experience situations where the vehicle(s) will not start or properly
run. Each Center will ensure customers are provided a means of
contacting maintenance for towing or on-site repairs. GSA vehicles will
be towed to the nearest authorized repair facility, including Government
facilities where authorized by contract.
Emergency Road Service/Towing
The CTO will ensure emergency road service/towing is
provided for the fleet. Drivers should also have access to after-hours
towing services.
Tire
Replacement
Drivers should carefully inspect tire condition for
wear and proper pressure before every use of the vehicle. Tires should
be replaced when they have only 3/32” tread remaining or in accordance
with prevailing state law. See the Rubber Manufacturer’s website at
http://www.rma.org/tire_safety.
Fueling
Requirements
Use only the grade of fuel recommended by the vehicle
manufacturer; regular unleaded is almost always recommended for gasoline
vehicles. On-site fuel stations shall be used to the extent they are
available. Accurate records of fuel transactions for each vehicle will
be maintained. Ideally, an automated fuel system will be in place
functioning both as a theft deterrent and as an inventory control
system.
Important: The use of alternative fuel for vehicles
(E-85, CNG, etc.) so equipped is mandatory when the fuel is available.
Refer to CFR102-33.335. Link:
http://www.ecfr.access.gpo.gov.
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Operator Responsibilities
Last Updated:
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