Internal Combustion Lift Truck Pre-operation Inspection Checklist (diesel, gasoline & LP)
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Model:
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Trained lift truck operator: Before using this lift truck, ensure daily pre-op checklist is completed.
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Key off (visual check)
Overhead guard - broken welds, missing bolts or
damaged areas?
Hydraulic cylinders – leakage or damage in the
lift, tilt and attachment cylinders?
Hydraulic fluid level - Check leaks, check level
Mast Assembly – broken welds, cracked or bent
areas, worn or missing stops?
Lift Chains and rollers – wear, damage, and signs
of rust or any sign that lubricant is required? Is
there any unusual noise?
Forks and lock pins – forks cracked, bent, worn,
or mismatched? excessive oil or water on the
blades? locking pins engage?
Tires/Wheels – Are the tires and wheels in good
condition? Check wheel nuts.
Propane Cylinder – cylinder guard bracket
properly positioned and locked down?
Fuel hoses & lines – any damage?
Fuel leaks – signs of leaks? Any gas ordours?
Engine oil level – check levels, check for leaks
Battery inspection – cell caps and terminal
covers in place? cables missing insulation?
battery secure?
Key on (operational check)
Gauges – Are they working?
Steering – Check operation. any unusual notice
or excessive free-play?
Service Brakes –Check pedal height and travel,
check operation. Does truck stop in forward and
reverse?
Parking Brakes – Check operation.
Lights – Are they working, if equipped?
Mast Assembly –Check operation of lift and tilt.
Warning Devices – Horn: is it working? Do the
backup alarm and warning light work?
Seatbelt – Is it working?
Load Handling Attachments – Check for leaks
and proper operation.
Operator and Supervisor daily sign-off