MWSCISSOR3 (172893)
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Site/project reference
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Date of inspection
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Completed by
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Location where scissor lift will be used
Scissor lift/MEWP checklist
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Type of MEWP: Make and Model
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MEWP Serial No:
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Site ID/reference for equipment?
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags and labels)
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IPAF trained operatives using equipment?
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Operator Name(s)
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PAL Card Number(s). (Unless numbers held on record in the office)
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Visual inspection and general appearance of equipment
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Current through examination certificate (within last 6 mths)
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Documentation/instructions/manufacturer's operator manual held within safe box located on equipment?
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Rescue plan discussed with operatives using equipment persons on the ground?
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Wheels/Tyres in good condition?
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Wheel security (nuts, retainers: loose, damaged, missing)
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Tyre pressure (pneumatic, foam filled or solid)
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Cuts, splits, exposed braiding, damaged rims?
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Engine/Power
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Fluid levels (engine oil, coolant, fuel)
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Fluid leakage on ground and around engine
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Battery (electrolyte, security and charging plug condition)
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Hydraulic fluid level & other hydraulic items
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Leaks (hoses, pipe connections, rams, cylinders)
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Security and condition (cuts, chaffing, bulges)
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Hoses & Cables
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Power track cable trays (free from damage and debris)
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General condition, pins/retainers, footplate
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Outriggers, Stabilisers
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Spreader plates (present, condition, secure for travel)
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Interlocks (functioning, engaged)
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General condition (damage, misalignment, corrosion)
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Chassis, Boom & Scissor Pack
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Cracks in welds
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Pins, retainers and chains (security, signs of wear)
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Canopies, guards, engine covers (security and condition)
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Platform or Cage
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Steps for access/egress (secure, undamaged, clear)
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Entrance gate, guard rails and retaining pins
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Harness anchor points
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Decals/warning/hazard signage legible
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Controls (identification decals, directional arrows)
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Platform loads (SWL, max wind speed, max number of persons)
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Function Checks
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Security device (power isolator, keypad, smart card)
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Function enable (ignition key, foot switch, hold to run device)
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Emergency stops and emergency lowering system
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All switches, function controls (move freely, do not stick)
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Lifting functions (raise, lower, slew, tele-out, tele-in)
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Travel functions (forward, reverse, steer, brakes)
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Using Ground (G) and Platform (P) Controls
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Elevated drive speed (reduced or prevented)
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Lights, beacons, warning devices
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Alarms (tilt, descent and travel)
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Limit switches (e.g., descent, load, outreach, rotation)
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Using Ground (G) and Platform (P) Controls
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Pothole protection device fully deploys and retracts
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Oscillating axle locks, extending axles
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Accessories, power to platform, extending decks
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Jacks-legs, stabilisers, outriggers, levelling devices
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Comments- (issues or defects to be detailed here)
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Name & signature of person inspecting equipment?
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Daily: Sections below are to be filled in every day following a ‘pre-use walk round and check’ to confirm that items on the above checklist still apply and that the equipment is still safe to use.
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Monday
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags, labels & general condition)
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Comments/issues
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Inspected by
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Tuesday
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags and labels)
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Comments/issues
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Inspected by
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Wednesday
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags and labels)
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Comments/issues
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Inspected by
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Thursday
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags and labels)
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Comments/issues
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Inspected by
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Friday
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags and labels)
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Comments/issues
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Inspected by
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Saturday
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags and labels)
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Comments/issues
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Inspected by
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Sunday
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If possible, attach photograph(s) of equipment (inc tags and labels)
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Comments/issues
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Inspected by
