Checklist · Daily Plant Prestarts
EWP / Scissor Lift Daily Pre-Start Inspection
Daily pre-start safety inspection for elevated work platforms (scissor lifts, boom lifts) in accordance with AS 2550.10 and Australian WHS regulations.
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Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| UNIT IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Plant/Asset ID | ||
| EWP Make & Model | ||
| Inspection Date | ||
| Operator Name | ||
| High Risk Work Licence Number (if boom type) | ||
| Hour Meter Reading | ||
| FLUID & POWER LEVELS | ||
| Engine oil level (petrol/diesel models) | Pass | Fail |
| Hydraulic oil level | Pass | Fail |
| Fuel level / battery charge adequate for shift | Yes | No |
| Battery electrolyte level (electric models) | Pass | Fail |
| Battery terminals – no corrosion or loose connections | Pass | Fail |
| No visible fluid leaks | Yes | No |
| STRUCTURAL CONDITION | ||
| Platform floor – no cracks, holes or loose fittings | Pass | Fail |
| Guardrail system – all rails, mid-rails and toe boards in place | Pass | Fail |
| Entry gate / chains – functional and self-closing | Pass | Fail |
| Scissor arms / boom – no visible cracks or deformation | Pass | Fail |
| Pivot pins and locks – all secured | Pass | Fail |
| Chassis – no visible damage or corrosion | Pass | Fail |
| TYRES & DRIVE | ||
| Tyre condition – no cuts, chunking, excessive wear | Pass | Fail |
| Tyre pressures within specification (pneumatic models) | Pass | Fail |
| Drive/steer mechanism – no unusual noise or vibration | Pass | Fail |
| CONTROLS & SAFETY DEVICES | ||
| Ground controls – all functions operational | Pass | Fail |
| Platform controls – all functions operational | Pass | Fail |
| Dead-man / enable switch functional | Pass | Fail |
| Emergency lowering system functional | Pass | Fail |
| Emergency stop (ground level) functional | Pass | Fail |
| Overload/tilt sensor operational | Pass | Fail |
| Pothole guards / outriggers deploy correctly (if fitted) | Pass | Fail |
| Horn functional | Pass | Fail |
| Beacon / flashing light functional | Pass | Fail |
| ANCHORAGE & FALL PROTECTION | ||
| Anchor point(s) on platform – no damage | Pass | Fail |
| Lanyard/harness anchor rating placard visible | Yes | No |
| Fall protection equipment available on platform | Yes | No |
| DOCUMENTATION | ||
| Safe Work Load (SWL) placard legible | Yes | No |
| Operators manual on machine | 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 | ||