Information

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Please select the correct asset

Forklift Truck Pre-use Inspection

Visual checks

  • Carriage plate - Is the safety data information plate attached and legible

  • Load handling device (forks, clamp, etc)

  • Backrest extension

  • Mast, mast rollers & slides

  • Lift chains & chain pulleys

  • Hydraulic rams & hydraulic cables

  • Wheels & tyres

  • All round external condition

  • Counterweight

  • Operators seat & seat belt

  • LPG cylinder (LPG powered truck)

  • Lights

  • Has the key been removed when the lift truck is unattended

  • Please remove the key from the machine, keys must always be removed when the operator is not in cab.

Operational Safety Checks

  • Audible warning system

  • All hydraulic systems

  • Driving operation (no play in the steering)

  • Foot brake function

  • Park brake function

Evaluation

  • Overall evaluation

Completion

  • Please sign to confirm that all statements made above are accurate at the time of completion.

The templates available in our Public Library have been created by our customers and employees to help get you started using SafetyCulture's solutions. The templates are intended to be used as hypothetical examples only and should not be used as a substitute for professional advice. You should seek your own professional advice to determine if the use of a template is permissible in your workplace or jurisdiction. You should independently determine whether the template is suitable for your circumstances.