Forklift Checklist

Forklift Number

Is radiator clean?

Yes
No

TYRES : Are the tyres in good condition, intact with rim. Look for visual wear or damage.

Yes
No

FLUIDS : Check for any oil, hydraulics, battery, fuel and coolant for leaks including hoses under fork lift.

Yes
No

STRUCTURE - Check for any cracks, bends, dents, distortion or broken parts. Check apron and overhead guards are intact and secure.

Yes
No

TINES/FORKS : Are the tines evenly spread with locking pins in place. Check there is no sharp edges or distortion

Yes
No

MAST : Are the chains level with no obstructions, rams not pitted or leaking. Check for any wear to lift chains and guides, inspect hydraulic cylinders, look for any leaks

Yes
No

BATTERY : check it is operational and for any damage

Yes
No

GAS OPERATED FORKS : check gas levels are ok and gas cylinder is not damaged damage. Check gas cylinder is secure

Yes
No

ENGINE BAY : Is the engine bay clean? Check for any hydraulic oil, brake pads and brake fluid leaks ?

Yes
No

CONTROLS (pre start) : check the seat condition. Check controls are clearly marked, seat and steering wheel are secure and properly adjusted. Seat belt(where fitted) works as intended.

Yes
No

CONTROLS (post start) : check controls and pedals are working. No unusual noises.

Yes
No

CAPACITY/LOAD PLATE : Is the load, capacity plate if fitted, legible and correct. Know your safe working load

Yes
No

REVERSE BUZZER, HORN, BLINKERS AND LIGHTS: Are they working ?

Yes
No

STEERING : check smooth from lock to lock, no binding

Yes
No

BRAKES : Are the brake and park brake working for proper operation

Yes
No

HYDRAULICS : Operate lift, tilt and reach to full extent of travel and check for irregularities

Yes
No

GUARDS : check overhead, load backrest

Yes
No

Who is completing the checklist?

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