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  • • Check before the start of each shift (Daily)
    • You must be licensed and competent to inspect and operate a CEQ forklift
    • The Store Manager needs to be notified of any issues immediately. Check if the forklift needs to be tagged out before operation. If tagged out do not operate until it has been restored to safe operating condition.
    • Seat Belts must be worn at all times
    • All staff working in the area of an operating forklift must be wearing a hi-vis vest

Facilitator Signature

  • Name and Signature

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  • Name and Signature

  • Have you provided the CEQ Safety Team with a photo copy of your licence? (Licence to preform high risk work required to operate a forklift)

  • Are you training under the supervision of a licenced operator?

  • Provide a copy of the supervisors licence

  • Provide a photo of your licence

Site and forklift details

  • Site conducted

  • Photo of Forklift

  • Forklift make

  • Does the forklift have a number plate

  • Hour Meter Reading

  • Last service date

Forklift Inspection

  • Leaks - Check the floor of where the forklift is parked. Are there any fluid leaks found?

  • Please provide information on the leak (i.e. What is leaking? Is there visible damage that has caused the leak?)

  • Tyres - Check each tyre. Is there any damage? (damage, wear or pressure issues)

  • Please provide more information on the damaged tyre (i.e. what tyre is damaged? what is wrong with it?)

  • Fluids - Check oil levels (hydraulic and engine), battery fluid, fuel and coolant levels

  • Seating - Check the condition and adjustment and that the seat attachment point is secure

  • Seatbelt - Make sure it is in good working order (if fitted)

  • Battery - Electrolyte level

  • Warning devices - Check horn is operational. Check all other fitted devices, such as lights, reversing beeper and flashing beacon, are operational

  • Capacity - Check that the load capacity data plate is fitted, legible and correct (confirm that the forklift has sufficient capacity and reach for the load being lifted)

  • Mast - Check for signs of damage. Check lift chains and guides for wear

  • Hydraulic cylinders and hoses - Check for any leaks, cracks, deterioration and frays in hoses

  • Tines - Check for excessive wear, damage, bends, modifications, cracks or repairs, and that they are securely attached

  • Guarding - Check that all guards are in place

  • Attachments - Check any attachments for wear, damage and for correct function. Attachments should be annotated on the load capacity data

  • Once the forklift has been started

  • Controls - Check that all pedals and controls operate correctly (including steering)

  • Brakes - Check that the brakes (including parking brake) operate correctly

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