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Plant condition report template

A condition report for delivery and collection: hours, fuel, condition by area, notes and names. Fill it in on a phone and save it as PDF.

Template specTPL-96
Areas12
StagesDelivery + collection
OutputPrint / PDF
CostFree
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Plant condition report

TPL-96

Readings

Condition by area

AreaAt deliveryDelivery notesAt collectionCollection notes

Signatures (type names)

Template from planthirestartupguide.co.uk. Adapt it to your business and take advice where needed.

How to use it

Using this template

  1. 01

    At delivery

    Fill in readings and condition, take photos, get the customer's name.

  2. 02

    At collection

    Complete the collection columns with matching photos.

  3. 03

    Compare

    Differences are the basis for any damage charge; see charges.

  4. 04

    Save as PDF

    Store it against the hire.

FAQs

Common questions

Why use a condition report for plant hire?
Matching records at delivery and collection settle most damage disputes and support insurance claims.
Can I fill it in on a phone?
Yes. It saves in the phone's browser until you clear it.
Do I still need photos?
Yes. Photos plus the report are much stronger evidence than either alone.

This guide is general information for people setting up a plant hire business in the UK. It is not legal, tax, insurance or financial advice. Rules and thresholds change, so check current guidance on GOV.UK and take advice from an accountant, solicitor or broker before acting.