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VEHICLE/HEAVY EQUIPMENT PRE-USE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Use this checklist to help you reveal problems with the equipment that would cause it to be unsafe. Regular inspections will lower the costs of the following: workplace injuries, work delays, lost of work time, and even re-staffing costs.
MaintainX
07/16/2022

VEHICLE/HEAVY EQUIPMENT PRE-USE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Use this checklist to help you reveal problems with the equipment that would cause it to be unsafe. Regular inspections will lower the costs of the following: workplace injuries, work delays, lost of work time, and even re-staffing costs.

    GENERAL EQUIPMENT INFORMATION

    AGREEMENT NO.

    EXPIRATION DATE

    MAKE/MODEL

    EQUIPMENT TYPE

    VIN/SERIAL NO.

    LICENSE NO./STATE

    HEAVY EQUIPMENT

    ROPS, roll-over protection system: Manufacturer-approved system secured to mainframe of tractor. Must include approved seat belts.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Gauges and lights: mounted and function properly.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Battery: check for corrosion, loose terminals, and hold downs.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Engine running: check oil pressure, knocks and leaks.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Sweeps, deflectors, safety screens

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Steering components: tight, free of play

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Brakes: damaged, worn or out of adjustment.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Exhaust system: equipped with a USFS-qualified spark arrester unless turbocharged.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fuel system: free of leaks and damage.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Cooling system: full, free of leaks and damage.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fan and fan belts: check for proper tension. No fraying/cracks.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Engine support, equalizer bar, springs, main springs: check shackle bolts, shifted spring leaf.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Belly plate, radiator guards: securely mounted and free from debris.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Final drive, transmission and differential: check for dripping.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Sprocket and idlers: crack in spokes, sharp sprocket teeth, no welds.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Tracks and rollers: no broken pads, loose rollers, broken flanges. Grouser Height 1-1/4" min.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Dozer and assembly: trunnion bolts missing, cracks.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Rear hitch (drawbar): serviceable, safe.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Body and cab condition: describe dents and damage.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Equipment cleanliness: all areas free of flammable materials, noxious weeds, and invasive species.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    All hydraulic attachments: operate smoothly and all cylinders hold at extension; hose, lines, and pumps have no excessive wear and/or leaks.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Backup or travel alarm (minimum 87 dbl).

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Oil level and condition: full and clean.

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    LIABILITY

    The purpose of this checklist is to document pre-existing vehicle/equipment condition and to determine suitability for incident use. I hereby acknowledge full responsibility and liability for the operation and mechanical condition of the vehicle/ equipment described herein

    Operator’s printed name

    Title

    Operator’s signature

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    Date

    PRE-USE INSPECTION

    MILES/HRS

    DATE

    TIME

    Inspector’s printed name

    Title

    Inspector’s signature

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