Checklist · Daily Plant Prestarts
Dump Truck Daily Pre-Start Inspection
Daily pre-start safety inspection for articulated and rigid dump trucks / ADTs used on construction and mining sites in accordance with Australian WHS regulations.
43 checklist items · Last reviewed
Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| UNIT IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Plant/Asset ID | ||
| Make & Model | ||
| Inspection Date | ||
| Operator Name | ||
| Hour Meter Reading | ||
| Payload Rating (tonnes) | ||
| FLUIDS & ENGINE | ||
| Engine oil level | Pass | Fail |
| Coolant level | Pass | Fail |
| Hydraulic oil level (hoist circuit) | Pass | Fail |
| Transmission/torque converter oil level | Pass | Fail |
| Differential/axle oil levels | Pass | Fail |
| Fuel level adequate for shift | Yes | No |
| No visible fluid leaks | Yes | No |
| Air filter indicator – no restriction warning | Pass | Fail |
| BODY & HOIST SYSTEM | ||
| Dump body – no cracks, torn floor plates or loose sections | Pass | Fail |
| Body hinge pins and retainers intact | Pass | Fail |
| Hoist cylinders – no visible leaks or damage | Pass | Fail |
| Body prop/safety strut present and functional | Pass | Fail |
| Tailgate (if fitted) – latches and hinges functional | Pass | Fail |
| TYRES | ||
| All tyres – no cuts, chunking or sidewall damage | Pass | Fail |
| Tyre pressures within specification (all positions) | Pass | Fail |
| Wheel nuts – all present, no looseness | Pass | Fail |
| BRAKES & RETARDER | ||
| Service brake pressure builds correctly, no warning lights | Pass | Fail |
| Service brake – firm application, no pulling | Pass | Fail |
| Park brake – holds on grade | Pass | Fail |
| Retarder / engine brake functional | Pass | Fail |
| Emergency brake functional | Pass | Fail |
| CAB & SAFETY SYSTEMS | ||
| ROPS/FOPS cab – no cracks or structural damage | Pass | Fail |
| Seatbelt present and functional | Pass | Fail |
| All mirrors correctly adjusted and undamaged | Pass | Fail |
| Reverse camera/proximity detection functional | Pass | Fail |
| Reverse alarm functional | Pass | Fail |
| Horn functional | Pass | Fail |
| Beacon/flashing light functional | Pass | Fail |
| Lights (head, tail, brake, work) all functional | Pass | Fail |
| All dashboard warning lights clear at startup | Yes | No |
| Fire suppression system indicator (if fitted) – normal | Pass | Fail |
| DOCUMENTATION | ||
| Last service record reviewed | Yes | No |
| No outstanding defects from previous shift | Yes | No |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects / faults identified (describe or "None") | ||
| Is plant fit for operation? | Yes | No |
| Operator Signature | ||
| Supervisor / Responsible Person Signature | ||