Daily Plant Prestarts
Bobcat / Skid Steer Loader Daily Pre-Start Inspection
Daily pre-start safety inspection for skid steer loaders and compact track loaders in accordance with Australian WHS regulations and manufacturer requirements.
38 checklist items
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Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| UNIT IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Plant/Asset ID | ___________________________ | |
| Make & Model | ___________________________ | |
| Inspection Date | ___________________________ | |
| Operator Name | ___________________________ | |
| Hour Meter Reading | ___________________________ | |
| FLUIDS & ENGINE | ||
| Engine oil level | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Coolant level | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Hydraulic oil level | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Fuel level adequate for shift | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| No visible fluid leaks under machine | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Air filter – no restriction indicator warning | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| LOADER ARMS & ATTACHMENT | ||
| Loader arms – no cracks, bends or damage | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Lift arm pivot pins and retainers intact | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Hydraulic hoses – no abrasion, leaks or kinking | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Bucket/attachment – no cracks or loose cutting edge bolts | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Bob-Tach / quick attach mechanism – latches secured | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| TRACKS / TYRES | ||
| Track tension correct (compact track loader) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Track – no cuts, missing lugs or delamination | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Tyre condition (wheeled models) – no cuts or excessive wear | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Tyre pressures within specification (wheeled models) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Drive sprockets and rollers – no excessive wear | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| CAB & SAFETY DEVICES | ||
| ROPS/FOPS cab or rollbar – no cracks or damage | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Seatbelt present and functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Lap bar / operator restraint system functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Interlock system – loader arms/drive disabled when lap bar raised | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| All controls (drive, lift, tilt) responsive | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Loader arm lock-out (travel lock) functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Reverse alarm functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Horn functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Beacon/flashing light functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Lights functional (if operating in low-light conditions) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| No dashboard warning lights active at startup | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| DOCUMENTATION | ||
| Attachment capacity placard matches fitted attachment | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Last service record reviewed | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects / faults identified (describe or "None") | ___________________________ | |
| Is plant fit for operation? | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Operator Signature | ___________________________ | |
| Supervisor / Responsible Person Signature | ___________________________ | |