MEWP Pre-use inspection checklist

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MEWPS PREUSE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

  • Machine serial number (inc Photo)

Documentation

  • Is the thorough examination certificate up to date (within last 6 months) ?

  • Is the manufacturer's Operator Manual present ?

  • Is the Rescue Plan (RAMS) in place

Wheels & Tyres

  • Are all wheels in good working order ? (CHECK: nuts, retainers: loose, damage)

  • Is the tyre pressure sufficient ?

  • Are the wheels free from cuts, Splits, exposed braiding, damaged rims ?

Engine/Power Source

  • Are all fluids at a good level ?

  • Is the area free from fluid leakage on the ground or engine ?

  • Is the Battery in good working order ? (CHECK: electrolyte, security and charging plug condition)

Hydraulics

  • Is the hydraulic fluid level sufficient ?

  • Is the Hydraulic system free from leaks ? (CHECK: hoses, pipe connections, ram cylinders)

Hoses/Cables

  • Are the hoses/cables security and in good condition (CHECK:cuts, chafing, bulges)

  • Are the power track cable trays free from damage and debris ?

Outriggers/Stabilisers

  • Are the spreader plates in good working order ?

  • Are pins/retainers and the footplate present ?

  • Are the interlocks functioning and engaged ?

Chassis, Boom & Scissor Park

  • Is the general condition good ? (CHECK: damage, misalignment, corrosion)

  • Is the machine free from Cracks in the weld ?

  • Are pins, retainers and chains present and sufficient ? (CHECK: security and signs of wear)

  • Are canopies, guards and engine covers present and sufficient ? (CHECK: security and condition)

Platform or Cage

  • Are the Steps for access/egress secure, undamaged and clear ?

  • Is the entrance Gate, guard rails and retaining pins in place ?

  • Are harness anchor points in place ?

  • Is the basket clear of rubbish, debris and obstructions ?

Decals and Signage

  • Is the ID Plate, safety, warning and information decals legible and in place ?

  • Is Control signage in place ? (CHECK: identification decals, directional arrows)

  • Is Platform load signage in place (CHECK: SWL, max. wind speed, max. number of persons

Function Checks: Are the following in good working order?

  • Security device (power isolator, keypad, smartcard)

  • Function enable (ignition key, foot switch, hold to run device)

  • Emergency Stops and emergency lowering system

  • All switches, function controls (move freely, do not stick)

  • Lifting functions (raise, lower, slew, tele out, tele in)

  • Travel functions (forward, reverse, steer, brakes)

  • Elevated drive speed (reduced or prevented)

  • Lights, beacons, warning devices

  • Alarms (tilt, descent and travel)

  • Limit switches (eg descent, load, outreach, rotation

  • Pothole protection device (fully deploys and retracts)

  • Oscillating axle locks, extending axles

  • Accessories, power to platform, extending decks

  • Jacks, legs, outriggers, levelling devices

Sign off

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