Internal Combustion Daily Checklist
Regular maintenance reduces the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns, ensuring that the engine remains reliable and operational when needed.
Hoffman Cabinets Inc.
10/12/2026
Internal Combustion Daily Checklist
This checklist covers the pre-shift inspection of internal combustion powered equipment, such as forklifts and other powered industrial trucks running on LPG, gasoline, or diesel. The operator completes it before first use each shift to confirm the unit is safe to operate. With the engine off, they check engine oil, coolant, and hydraulic fluid levels, look for leaks, and inspect tires, forks, chains, the mast, and the overhead guard for damage or wear. They also confirm that LPG tanks are secured with connections tight and not leaking, or that fuel caps are in place. With the engine running, they test the horn, lights, backup alarm, brakes, parking brake, steering, and lift, tilt, and hydraulic controls, and confirm the seatbelt works. Any defect affecting safe operation is reported right away, and the unit is tagged out of service until it’s repaired. The checklist reflects OSHA 1910.178 daily inspection requirements and the manufacturer’s recommendations.
VISUAL INSPECTION / INSPECCIÓN VISUAL
1-PROPANE / PROPANO
Fuel Propane/ Nivel de propano
Leaks / Goteos
Safety Straps / Correas de Seguridad
2-TIRES / NEUMÁTICOS
Tire Damage or Wear / Neumáticos dañados o desgastados
3-ENGINE COMPARTMENT / COMPARTIMIENTO DEL MOTOR
1.-Oil level / Nivel de aceite
2.-Battery Condition / Estado de la batería
3.-Check that the radiator is clean and in good condition. / Verificar que el radiador esté limpio y en buen estado.
4.-Air Filter / Filtro de Aire
5.-Fork Condition / Estado de las horquillas (tenedores)
6.- Mast Operation / Funcionamiento de la torre
7.- Check that the fork locking pins work properly. / Verificar que los pasadores de bloqueo de las horquillas funcionen correctamente.
8.-Check that the data plate is present and readable. / Verificar que la placa de datos esté presente y sea legible.
OPERATIONAL INSPECTION / INSPECCIÓN OPERATIVA
1.-Check for unusual noises. / Verificar si hay ruidos inusuales.
2-Indicator and Warning Lights / Luces indicadoras y de advertencia
3-Parking Brake / Freno de estacionamiento
4-Lifting Control / Control de levantamiento
5-Tilt Control / Control de inclinación
6-Accelerator / Acelerador
7-Steering / Volante
8-Brakes / Frenos
9-Backup Alarm / Alarma de reversa
10.-Check that the lights work properly. / Verificar que las luces funcionen correctamente.
11.-Horn / Claxon Check that the horn works properly. / Verificar que el claxon funcione correctamente.
12.-Oil Spots on Floor / Manchas de aceite en el piso
13.-Personal Protective Equipment / Equipo de protección personal
CAUTION: This is not a complete list of all items which may require attention. Operators are responsible for ensuring that the lift truck is in proper working condition in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications. If you need training and/or a certification to use this or any other equipment, please talk to your Shift Supervisor. DO NOT PERFORM REPLACEMENTS AND/OR MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS WITHOUT THE ADEQUATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT.
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Source: Hoffman Cabinets Inc. (Community Member)