Forklift Operator Daily Checklist

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

Information

• If any items are found to be damaged, equipment is to be tagged out and reported to the Manager.

• Forklift Make & Model

• Forklift identification number

Pre Start Checklist

• Are tyres and rims in good condition? Check for any visual damage.

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Is gas cylinder in date?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are gas lines in good condition?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Fluids - are there are any leaks under the forklift?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Engine bay - is engine bay clean and is the locking mechanism working correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Load plate - is load plate fitted and legible? Are you aware of the safe working load of the forklift?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Structure - are there are any cracks, dents or visible damage of any sort?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Tynes/Forks - is there any visible damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are forks evenly spread & is locking mechanism working correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Mast - do chains, rams and hydraulic cylinders have any visible sign of damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Guards - do overhead and back rest guards have any visible signs of damage?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Controls - check seat condition. Are controls clearly marked? Ensure seat and steering wheel are in good condition and properly adjusted. Ensure seat belt works correctly.

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Explain what is wrong

Post Start Checklist

• Controls - are controls, pedals and indicators working?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the reverse buzzer and beacon working correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Are the lights and flashing strobe working correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Steering - does the steering wheel turn smoothly from lock to lock?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Brakes - do both the park brake and foot brake work correctly?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Hydraulics - do the lift, tilt and reach work properly to their full extent?

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Checks complete

• Is the forklift safe to use?

  Safe

  At Risk

  N/A

• Signature

  Sign