AERIAL LIFT PRE-USE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

• Location Of Inscpection

• Conducted on

  Date

• Unit Type

  Scissor Lift

  Articulating Boom

  Man Lift

  Other

• Prepared by

• The manufacturer’s operations manual is stored on the unit

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Operating and emergency controls are in proper working condition (including<br>emergency stop mechanism)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Functional platform drive controls are in proper working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Emergency lowering mechanism operates properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lower operating controls successfully override the upper controls

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Both upper and lower controls are adequately protected from inadvertent operation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Control panel is clean and all buttons/switches are clearly visible

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All switch and mechanical guards are in good condition and properly installed

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All safety indicator lights work

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All drive controls function properly and are accurately labeled

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Motion alarms function properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Safety decals are in place and readable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• All guard rails are sound and in place, including basket chains

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Work platform and extension slides are clean, dry, and clear of debris

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Models with platform extensions: slides in and out freely with functioning safety<br>locking pins

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Inspect for defects, including cracked welds, fuel leaks, hydraulic leaks, damaged<br>control cables or wire harness, etc.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tires and wheels are in good condition with adequate air pressure if pneumatic

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Braking devices are operating properly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Oil level/Hydraulic Oil Level/Fuel Level/Coolant Level is acceptable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Battery Charge is acceptable

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Outriggers in place or functioning and associated alarms working

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• PPE is available for operator and Guest / Secondary person

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Guard rail of the lift should be firm and tight without any defect

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Lift platform should be in good condition and with foot gate.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Remote control station over lift should be in working condition.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Safety Precautions to Consider/Have/Be Aware Of. Check to Confirm

• Personal Protection in use (harness, lanyard, hardhat, etc.)

• Floor/ground conditions: drop offs, holes, uneven surfaces, and sloped floors

• Location of electrical power cables or panels (keep minimum 10 ft. away) Contact Facilities Management Department for guidance on larger lines or wet conditions.

• Look for chemical lines, gas lines, drain lines, and utilities

• Location of overhead obstructions

• DO NOT exceed load capacity

• Watch for vehicular and pedestrian traffic (set up barricades if necessary)