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Loader Backhoe Pre-use Inspection Checklist

This pre-use checklist intends to identify defects and safety hazards before operation. The main aim of a pre-start checklist inspection is to ensure that your equipment is safe to use.
MaintainX
07/15/2022

Loader Backhoe Pre-use Inspection Checklist

This pre-use checklist intends to identify defects and safety hazards before operation. The main aim of a pre-start checklist inspection is to ensure that your equipment is safe to use.

    Operator:

    Hour Meter:

    Meter name
    Unit

    Make/Model:

    Date:

    Check engine, coolant and hydraulic fluid levels & Leaks

    Engine

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Coolant

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hydraulic fluid levels

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Check for broken and/or dirty glass

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Check all functions for smooth operations

    Drive – forward/reverse

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Steer – left/right

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Front bucket controls

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Bucket/Boom/Dipper/Attachment

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Check transmission for smooth operation

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Check brakes

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Inspect Hoses/Lines/Fittings

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Check that all safety devices and guards in place and functional

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Inspect bolts, welds and pins for proper function

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Inspect rollover protective structure

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Inspect seat belt (must be worn)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Check tires for condition, inflation and missing valve caps

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Inspect all lights, gauges, horn and alarms

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Inspect fire extinguisher (gauge is in green)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Spill kit is present and stocked

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Operations manual is present

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Data plate is present and legible

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Comments/Notes:

    Report any problems found to your supervisor. ALWAYS lock/tag-out unsafe equipment.

    Operator’s initials:

    Alternative operator’s initials:

Source: MaintainX (Community Member)

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