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Narrow Aisle Forklift Pre-use Inspection Checklist

"This pre-shift inspection guide and checklist will only take a few minutes before each shift which will more than pay for itself over time with reduced maintenance costs, accidents, and product/facility damage. Tri-Lift NC Inc wants to be your partner in forklift safety and productivity. "
MaintainX
07/16/2022

Narrow Aisle Forklift Pre-use Inspection Checklist

"This pre-shift inspection guide and checklist will only take a few minutes before each shift which will more than pay for itself over time with reduced maintenance costs, accidents, and product/facility damage. Tri-Lift NC Inc wants to be your partner in forklift safety and productivity. "

    Operator:

    Company:

    Location:

    Make & Model:

    Hour Meter Reading:

    Meter name
    Unit

    Date:

    Unit No.:

    POWER OFF CHECKS

    Wheels/Tires/Tracks

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Lights/Strobes

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Mirrors/Visibility aids

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Battery/Battery compartment:

    Cables and connectors in working order

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Clean/Dry

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Secure/Battery gates

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Debris

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fluids:

    Engine oil (level) (leaks)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Engine coolant (Level) (Leaks)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hydraulic oil (Level) (Leaks)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fuel/Battery (Level) (Leaks)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hydraulics:

    Cylinders/Rods/Pin locks

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hoses/Lines/Fittings

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Data/Capacity plate

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Windows/Glass/Gates

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Lifting Attachment(s)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Counterweight/Counterweight bolt(s)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hood/Covers/Panels

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Mast – chains/rollers

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Overhead Guard/Cab

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Seatbelt

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    ) Operator personal fall protection system/anchor point

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Grounding strap

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Other:

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Other: (specify)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Power On Checks

    Unit starts & runs properly

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Instruments/System warning indicators

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Fuel/Charge leve

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Audible/Visual warning devices

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Function controls:

    Drive

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Steering

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Braking

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Work platform

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Slewing (turret rotate)

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Boom/Jib/Lift arms

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Accessories/Optional equipment

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Function-enable (deadman) devices

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Emergency/Auxiliary controls

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Safety interlocks

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    GENERAL

    Housekeeping

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Manufacturer's operation manuals

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Decals/Signs/Inspection notices

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Control markings

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Personal Protective Equipment

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    WORKPLACE INSPECTION

    Drop-offs or holes

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Bumps & floor/Ground obstructions

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Debris

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Overhead obstructions

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Electrical conductors

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Hazardous locations

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Slopes

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Ground/Surface & support conditions

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Pedestrian/Vehicle traffic

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Weather conditions

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Other possible hazards

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    Report any problems found to your supervisor/employer. ALWAYS lock/tag-out unsafe equipment.

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