Title Page

  • Lift #

  • Job Name

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Each lift will be operationally tested and visually inspected each day. The designated inspector completing this checklist must answer "Safe", "At Risk" or "N/A" for each item. Add any relevant notes and media attachments to items. Immediately notify the Foreman of any aerial lift deficiencies. The Foreman will forward all daily inspection forms to the HR/Safety Manager at the end of each week.

Functions & Operating Controls

  • Emergency Stop & Brakes (shuts off controls & engine)

  • All Operation Controls, switches, gauges and instruments operate properly

  • Detents properly lock controls in place. Check condition of control enclosures and protective boots/guards.

  • Brakes operate properly

  • Safety Signs (Readable)

  • Emergency stop switches at the ground & platform control stations operate properly

Platform Assembly

  • Platform rails installed & secure, midrail chain/gate and bars installed & latch properly

  • Platform extension deck & related components secure & undamaged

Platform Assembly

  • Scissor arms free of damage

  • Arm safety props operational

  • Cylinder pins, pivot pins & attaching hardware secure & undamaged

  • Arm pins, wear pads & attaching

  • Hardware secure & undamaged

  • Anchorage Points

Hydraulic/Electrical system

  • All cylinders free of leaks and damage

  • Leaks

  • Hydraulic oil level in tank correct

  • Hydraulic tank cap tight & vent open

  • All electrical connections tight, no corrosion or abrasions

Power system

  • Engine idle, throttle & RPM set properly

  • Fluid levels correct, hydraulic tank, engine oil torque hubs, coolant & batteries

  • Air & fuel filter clean

  • Exhaust system free of leaks (gas/diesel units only)

Chassis

  • Wheel rim nuts torqued properly

  • Check tires for proper inflation, damage & wear

  • Steer, drive & axle components secure & undamaged

  • Outrigger/ stabilizers operate properly

  • Hydraulic tray & battery/engine compartment covers open & latch properly

Manual & Decals

  • Manual of responsibilities in manual storage box

  • Operators & safety manual available

  • All instruction & safety placards installed & legible

General

  • Lift is free of unauthorized modification or additions

  • Additional notes

Signature

  • Foreman's Signature (daily optional)

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