Forklift Truck Operator Pre-Use Checks
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10/24/2021
Forklift Truck Operator Pre-Use Checks
Visual Checks
General: Good condition with no damage, excessive dirt or rust. Any defects previously noted repaired.
Forks: Correctly positioned, not damaged, cracked, bent or worn. Anchor pins secure and not worn, loose or bent.
Carriage Plate: No damage or distortion, sitting square to the mast and lubricated. End stop bolts engaged and secure.
Mast: No damage, distortion or cracks. No undue wear, scoring, dirt or foreign bodies in channels. End stops secure. Rollers, no uneven wear or incorrect tracking. Slides intact and secure.
Back Rest Extension / Load Guard: In good condition, secure with no distortion or cracks.
Lift Chains: Not damaged worn or stretched, no broken links or rust. All pins in place.
Tyres: No damage, excessive dirt or wear, rust, cracks, splits or separation of tyres and rims. Pneumatic tyres correct air pressure.
Wheels: Undamaged and free from obstruction and debris. All nuts secure and in place.
Overhead Guard / Roll Over Protection Frame: Secure, undamaged with no loose items.
Energy Source:
Gas or Diesel: Engine oil, fuel and radiator water level correct. Gas bottle secured, no rust, corrosion or damaged pipes, hoses or seals.
Electric: Electrolyte level, battery plug and connections correct. Power cable intact, connected and secure. No exposed wires, battery brackets secure and battery adequately charged.
Hydraulics: No damage or fluid leaks, no splits in hoses, no leaks around fittings.
Identification / Rating Plate: Intact, clean and legible.
Operator’s Compartment: Clean with no loose items.
Access: Steps and grab handles in good condition and clean.
Lights, Windscreen and Mirrors (if fitted): Clean and undamaged.
Fire Extinguisher (if fitted): Secure and charged.
Operational Checks
Seat: Good condition, secure and adjusted correctly.
Safety Belt: Accessible, in good condition and working correctly.
Ignition & Electrical System: Working correctly. All gauges and instruments visible and working.
Reversing Alarm and Horn: Working correctly and audible.
Warning Lights & Lights (if fitted): Working correctly.
Hydraulic Controls: Working smoothly and correctly
Brakes (Foot & Parking): Working correctly.
Clutch & Gearshift: Working smoothly and correctly.
Steering: Working correctly with no excessive play
Exhaust: No excessive smoke, sparks or flames.
Completion
Defect Details
Operator’s Signature
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Manager’s / Supervisor’s Signature
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