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  • Forklift Pre-Operation Inspection

  • Jobsite:

  • Inspector:

  • Date of Inspection:

  • Superintendent:

  • Assistant Superintendent:

Items for Inspection

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • 1.2 Make and Model: (take photo of machine)

  • 1.3 Operator

  • 1.4 Miles/Hour Meter Beginning

  • 1.5 Ensure Annual Inspection has been completed within the last 13 months

  • 1.6 Engine Fuel Level

  • 1.7 Mirrors Clean and Undamaged

  • 1.8 Operator's Manual In Good Condition

  • 1.9 Load Chart is Correct & Legible

  • 1.10 Fire Extinguisher

  • 1.11 Overhead Cage and Seat Condition

  • 1.12 Frame Level and Boom Indicator are Working?

VISUAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO STARTING ENGINE

  • 2.1 Walk Around Inspection (warning decals, capacity plate, etc.)

  • 2.2 Wheels, Tires and Lugs (condition/tire pressure)

  • 2.3 Cab Glass (no cracks/damage)

  • 2.4 Engine (check oil level and for leaks)

  • 2.5 Transmission (check oil level and for leaks)

  • 2.6 Engine Belts (check for adjustment and wear)

  • 2.7 Air Cleaner (check indicator, clean or change as required)

  • 2.8 Radiator (check coolant level and for leaks)

  • 2.9 Hydraulic Tank (check oil level and for leaks)

  • 2.10 Fuel Tank (check level and for leaks)

  • 2.11 Roll Over Protection Systems - ROPS (check for damage)

  • 2.12 Seatbelt Functioning

START ENGINE AND CHECK THE FOLLOWING

  • 3.1 Engine (does it sound normal)

  • 3.2 Instruments (check for normal readings)

  • 3.3 Exhaust System (check for leaks and excessive smoke)

  • 3.4 Wipers and Lights (spotlights, turn signals, etc.)

  • 3.5 Horn and Backup Alarm

  • 3.6 All Hydraulic Controls (normal operation - lift, tilt, etc.)

  • 3.8 Brakes (parking and service brakes)

  • 3.9 Steering Mechanism

  • 3.10 Battery, Electronics, and Instruments Functioning Properly

  • 3.11 Attachments (Forks, locking pins, carriage, mass or boom)

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