safety

Forklift Inspection Checklist

A driver-level pre-use check that takes ten minutes and prevents most incidents.

  1. Walk-around visual check

    Damage, leaks, loose parts and clean mast.

    ~3 min

  2. Tyres and wheels

    Pressure, cuts, wear and secure nuts.

    ~2 min

  3. Forks and mast

    No cracks, heel wear within limits, chains even and lubricated.

    ~3 min

  4. Hydraulics and controls

    Lift, tilt and side-shift smooth with no drift.

    ~3 min

  5. Brakes, steering and horn

    Service and park brake tested before use.

    ~3 min

  6. Lights, alarms and seatbelt

    Reverse alarm, beacon and belt working.

    ~2 min

  7. Battery or fuel and log

    Charge level, no leaks. Sign the daily log.

    ~4 min

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