VEHICLE/HEAVY EQUIPMENT PRE-USE INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Use this checklist to help you reveal problems with the equipment that would cause it to be unsafe. Regular inspections will lower the costs of the following: workplace injuries, work delays, lost of work time, and even re-staffing costs.
MaintainX
07/16/2022
VEHICLE/HEAVY EQUIPMENT PRE-USE INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Use this checklist to help you reveal problems with the equipment that would cause it to be unsafe. Regular inspections will lower the costs of the following: workplace injuries, work delays, lost of work time, and even re-staffing costs.
GENERAL EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
AGREEMENT NO.
EXPIRATION DATE
MAKE/MODEL
EQUIPMENT TYPE
VIN/SERIAL NO.
LICENSE NO./STATE
HEAVY EQUIPMENT
ROPS, roll-over protection system: Manufacturer-approved system secured to mainframe of tractor. Must include approved seat belts.
Gauges and lights: mounted and function properly.
Battery: check for corrosion, loose terminals, and hold downs.
Engine running: check oil pressure, knocks and leaks.
Sweeps, deflectors, safety screens
Steering components: tight, free of play
Brakes: damaged, worn or out of adjustment.
Exhaust system: equipped with a USFS-qualified spark arrester unless turbocharged.
Fuel system: free of leaks and damage.
Cooling system: full, free of leaks and damage.
Fan and fan belts: check for proper tension. No fraying/cracks.
Engine support, equalizer bar, springs, main springs: check shackle bolts, shifted spring leaf.
Belly plate, radiator guards: securely mounted and free from debris.
Final drive, transmission and differential: check for dripping.
Sprocket and idlers: crack in spokes, sharp sprocket teeth, no welds.
Tracks and rollers: no broken pads, loose rollers, broken flanges. Grouser Height 1-1/4" min.
Dozer and assembly: trunnion bolts missing, cracks.
Rear hitch (drawbar): serviceable, safe.
Body and cab condition: describe dents and damage.
Equipment cleanliness: all areas free of flammable materials, noxious weeds, and invasive species.
All hydraulic attachments: operate smoothly and all cylinders hold at extension; hose, lines, and pumps have no excessive wear and/or leaks.
Backup or travel alarm (minimum 87 dbl).
Oil level and condition: full and clean.
LIABILITY
The purpose of this checklist is to document pre-existing vehicle/equipment condition and to determine suitability for incident use. I hereby acknowledge full responsibility and liability for the operation and mechanical condition of the vehicle/ equipment described herein
Operator’s printed name
Title
Operator’s signature
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Date
PRE-USE INSPECTION
MILES/HRS
DATE
TIME
Inspector’s printed name
Title
Inspector’s signature
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Source: MaintainX (Community Member)