Information

  • Site conducted

  • Conducted on

  • Person conducting inspection

  • Forklift ID

Checks

  • Any visual damage to truck or fork?

  • Are brakes and steering controls in good working order?

  • Are there any faults with safety belt?

  • Has battery (including charger) or LPG bottle (valve at top) been checked

  • Any faults with the emergency stop?

  • Any faults with the control functions?

  • Any unusual noise or vibration?

  • Any damage to tines or load backrest?

  • Any damage to overhead guard or ROPS?

  • Any faults with tires including wheel nuts, inflation pressure and tread?

  • Any fluid leaks?

  • Any fluids outside of their appropriate range including engine, hydraulic, transmission, brake fluid, coolant and power steering?

  • Any faults with reverse beeper, lights or horn?

  • Is the environment intended for work, well ventilated and clear of obstructions?

  • Has the gas been checked for leaks?

  • Check this box to indicate that you have included a picture and description of any faults identified.

Onboard Documentation

  • Operator/manufacturer’s instructions available?

  • Log books?

  • Operator Instruction labels (decals) are legible?

  • Current Certificate of Inspection?

  • Any damage to signage or rating plates on forklift?

Emergency Retrieval System

  • Are there emergency procedures that have been communicated to the appropriate personnel before the work begins?

Operator Competency

  • Has the operator got a Worksafe approved forklift license?

  • Has the operator got a LTSA ‘F Endorsement’ when travelling on road?

  • Has the operator been signed off on Competency Assessment?

Signoff

  • Please sign to indicate that you have completed the prestart check and that you will tag the vehicle out and report it to management if not safe to operate.

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