Checklist · Daily Plant Prestarts
Forklift Daily Pre-Start Checklist
Daily pre-start safety inspection for counterbalance and reach forklifts. To be completed by a licenced forklift operator before operating the forklift each shift.
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Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| Date | ||
| Forklift ID / Registration | ||
| Operator Name | ||
| Operator Licence Number | ||
| Hour Meter Reading (start of shift) | ||
| ENGINE & FLUID CHECKS | ||
| Engine oil level adequate (no leaks) | Pass | Fail |
| Hydraulic fluid level adequate | Pass | Fail |
| Coolant level adequate | Pass | Fail |
| Fuel level adequate | Pass | Fail |
| No visible fluid leaks under forklift | Pass | Fail |
| TYRES & WHEELS | ||
| Tyre condition — no cuts, bulges or excessive wear (all 4 tyres) | Pass | Fail |
| Tyre pressure acceptable (pneumatic tyres) | Pass | Fail |
| Wheel nuts secure and none missing | Pass | Fail |
| FORKS & MAST | ||
| Forks — no cracks, bends or distortion | Pass | Fail |
| Fork heel thickness within acceptable limits | Pass | Fail |
| Forks secure on carriage — no sideways movement | Pass | Fail |
| Mast rollers and channels — no cracks or excessive wear | Pass | Fail |
| Tilt cylinder — no leaks, smooth operation | Pass | Fail |
| Lift chains — lubricated, no stretched or broken links | Pass | Fail |
| SAFETY SYSTEMS | ||
| Operator restraint (seatbelt or ROPS bar) serviceable | Pass | Fail |
| Overhead guard intact and secure | Pass | Fail |
| Load backrest extension intact | Pass | Fail |
| Horn operational | Pass | Fail |
| Reversing alarm/beeper operational | Pass | Fail |
| Warning lights and indicators operational | Pass | Fail |
| Service brakes — adequate pedal travel, no pulling | Pass | Fail |
| Parking brake holds on incline | Pass | Fail |
| Steering — full lock left and right, no excessive play | Pass | Fail |
| GENERAL CONDITION | ||
| Cab/seat clean and free of obstructions | Pass | Fail |
| Load capacity plate clearly visible and legible | Pass | Fail |
| Fire extinguisher present and within service date | Pass | Fail |
| DEFECTS & COMMENTS | ||
| Defects noted (describe) | ||
| Reported to supervisor (if defects found) | Yes | No |
| Operator Signature | ||
| Supervisor Signature | ||