Loader Backhoe Pre-use Inspection Checklist

Operator:

Hour Meter:

Meter name

Make/Model:

Date:

Engine

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Coolant

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Hydraulic fluid levels

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Check for broken and/or dirty glass

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Drive – forward/reverse

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Steer – left/right

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Front bucket controls

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Bucket/Boom/Dipper/Attachment

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Check transmission for smooth operation

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Check brakes

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Inspect Hoses/Lines/Fittings

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Check that all safety devices and guards in place and functional

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Inspect bolts, welds and pins for proper function

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Inspect rollover protective structure

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Inspect seat belt (must be worn)

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Check tires for condition, inflation and missing valve caps

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Inspect all lights, gauges, horn and alarms

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Inspect fire extinguisher (gauge is in green)

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Spill kit is present and stocked

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Operations manual is present

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Data plate is present and legible

• Yes
• No
• N / A

Comments/Notes:

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