Departure from Campsite

Secure all loose items in cupboards and on surfaces Safety-critical

Heavy items at floor level near axle; light items in overhead lockers

Close and latch all cupboard doors and drawers Safety-critical

Lock fridge door; switch to 12V mode

Close toilet cassette blade valve

Close and latch all windows Safety-critical

Close and lock all rooflights and skylights Safety-critical

Secure blinds and roller blinds

Retract TV antenna to travel position Safety-critical

Lock table in travel position or stow

Close and latch internal doors

Lock habitation door Safety-critical

Empty toilet cassette at disposal point

Rinse and add fresh chemical before replacing

Drain grey water tank

Top up fresh water if continuing to next site

Turn off water pump

Disconnect and stow external water hose

Turn off gas at the cylinder valve Safety-critical

Then turn off interior gas controls

Switch off consumer unit / RCD Safety-critical

Disconnect EHU cable from site bollard first Safety-critical

Always disconnect supply end first

Disconnect EHU cable from motorhome inlet

Coil and stow EHU cable

Ensure cable is dry before coiling

Pack away outdoor furniture and accessories

Retract or stow the entry step Safety-critical

Raise corner steadies or retract levelling jacks Safety-critical

Remove wheel chocks and levelling ramps Safety-critical

Close and lock all external compartments Safety-critical

Check gas locker and service hatches

Walk pitch perimeter for forgotten items

Lock cab seats in forward-facing position Safety-critical

Swivel seats must be locked before driving

Clear dashboard of loose items Safety-critical

Verify seatbelts for all passengers Safety-critical

Close and secure cab-to-habitation opening Safety-critical

Ensure nothing can fall forward into the cab

Check windscreen is clean and wipers operational

Confirm awareness of vehicle height and weight Safety-critical

Bridge strikes are among the most common motorhome accidents

Check engine oil level Safety-critical

Check coolant level in expansion tank Safety-critical

Check when engine is cold

Check tyre pressures on all wheels Safety-critical

Use manufacturer pressures for laden weight

Visual tyre inspection for damage Safety-critical

Look for cuts, bulges, cracks, minimum 1.6mm tread

Verify wheel nuts are tight Safety-critical

Check fuel level for planned journey

Check AdBlue level if applicable

Test all external lights Safety-critical

Headlights, indicators, brake lights, fog, reverse

Check and adjust both wing mirrors Safety-critical

Start engine and verify no warning lights Safety-critical

Walk around entire motorhome for final check Safety-critical

Steadies up, step retracted, all doors locked, nothing trailing

Check underneath for trailing cables or hoses Safety-critical

Final scan of pitch for forgotten items

Ensure all passengers seated with seatbelts Safety-critical

No one may be in the habitation area while driving