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Heavy Equipment Inspection Checklist

This checklist must be completed daily to verify that heavy equipment is safe, functional, and ready for operation. Inspect all listed items, record readings, and document any defects or corrective actions before placing equipment into service.
ArcelorMittal Texas HBI
01/07/2026

Heavy Equipment Inspection Checklist

MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED DAILY

    Inspector:

    Inspection date:

    Equip Type/Unit #:

    Loacation:

    Meter/Clock Reading:

    Amount Added (Diesel, DEF, Oil, Hydraulic Fluid)

    Equipment Greased?

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Walk Around Check. (Note: DO NOT OVER FILL FLUIDS, MORE IS NOT BETTER)

    Coolant Level

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Engine Oil Level

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hydraulic Level

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fuel Level

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Transmission Level

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Tires, Lug Nuts, Marks/Cuts

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Lights, Lamps, Backup Lights, Brake Lights, Cab Lights

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Lube Points (grease system)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Dents, Damage to Body, Bucket, Cab

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Windows, Windshield, Mirrors

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Belts, Guards

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Roll Over Protection

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hand Holds & Steps

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Grease and Grease Bucket level

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fire Extinguisher Check

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Clean Cab AC Filters Daily

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Cutting Edges on Bucket

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Clean Operator Cab

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Clean Camera Lens with Microfiber Cloth

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Comments:

    Engine Start Up

    Pressure Gauges/ Panel Working?

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Water Temp, Hydraulic Temp, Trans Temp

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Engine Oil Pressure

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    AC/Heating System

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Seat & Seat Belt, Steering Mechanism

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Back up Alarm, Horn, Windshield Wipers

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Leavers (labeled?)

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Rear View Mirror

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Excess Movement

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Comments:

    With Engine Running (Listen and/or Look for the following)

    Air & Exhaust Leaks

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Oil Leaks

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Water Leaks

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Hydraulic Leaks

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    Comments:

    Inspector Signature:

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Source: ArcelorMittal Texas HBI (Community Member)

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