Information

  • Document No.

  • Audit Title

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

  • Select date

  • Operator Name:

  • List the Make & Model of the Forklift

WALK AROUND

  • Clean Appearance - Forklift Body is free of excessive grease, oil, etc.

  • Indicators and Markings (can be read)

  • Forks & Mast are bent, worn, or cracked

  • Attachments (if equipped) operate OK & are not damaged

  • Doors - Operate correctly

  • Load Back Rest Extension is in place and not bent, cracked, or loose

  • Overhead Guard is in place and not bent, cracked, or loose

  • Steps - in place and secure

  • Tires are inflated & free of excessive wear or damage. Nuts are tight

  • NO VISIBLE LEAKS OR FLUIDS - Oil - Engine, Hydraulic, Gear should be full and free of leaks

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

  • Air Filter / Cleaner - Checked

  • Battery & Battery Terminal Connectors (if applicable) charge level is OK

  • Covers over battery and other hazardous parts are in place & secure

  • Oil Level - Checked

  • Fire Extinghisher

  • Fuel Filter (visual Check) -

  • Hydraulic Fluid - (check level is OK)

  • Radiator full ( check only when cold ) and free of leaks

CAB - PRESTART

  • Seat Belt, Restraint, or Harness are accessible & not damaged, oily, or dirty

  • Load Rating Chart/Plate is present and legible

  • Warning Decals & Operators Manual are present & legible

  • Mirrors and Visibility (line of sight clear as possible)

ENGINE START/IDLE CHECK

  • Accelerator - is smooth and operational

  • Engine runs smooth & quiet without leaks or sparks from exhaust

  • Brakes work & function smoothly without grabbing. No fluid leaks

  • Parking Brake will hold the forklift on an incline

  • Control Levers are labeled, not loose or binding & freely return to neutral

  • Gauges & Instruments are all functional

  • Horn functions properly

  • Turn Signal (if equipped) operates smoothly

  • Lights (head, tail, and warning) work & are aimed correctly

  • Lift & Lower operates smoothly without excess drift

  • Tilt operates smoothly without excessive drift or "chatter"

  • Steering is smooth & responsive, free of excessive play

  • Backup Alarm (if equipped) functions properly

  • Further Comments (list items needing repair or adjustment):

  • Signature of Operator

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