Checklist · Daily Plant Prestarts

Mobile Crane Daily Pre-Start Inspection

Daily pre-start safety inspection for mobile cranes in accordance with AS 2550.1 and Australian WHS regulations. Must be completed by a licensed crane operator before each shift.

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Checklist Items

ItemPass / YesFail / No
UNIT IDENTIFICATION
Plant/Asset ID
Crane Make & Model
Inspection Date
Operator Name
Licence Number
Hour Meter Reading
FLUID LEVELS & ENGINE
Engine oil levelPassFail
Coolant levelPassFail
Hydraulic oil levelPassFail
Fuel level adequate for shiftYesNo
No visible fluid leaks (engine, hydraulic, fuel)YesNo
Battery condition & connectionsPassFail
STRUCTURAL & MECHANICAL
Boom sections – no visible cracks, bends or deformationPassFail
Boom pins and retaining clips in placePassFail
Lattice sections (if applicable) – no damaged or missing membersPassFail
Jib attachment and pins (if fitted)PassFail
Slew ring – no excessive play or abnormal noisePassFail
Counterweight(s) correctly fitted and securedYesNo
Outrigger beams and pads – no damage or deformationPassFail
Outrigger locks/pins functioning correctlyPassFail
WIRE ROPE & LIFTING GEAR
Main hoist rope – no kinks, broken wires, birdcaging or corrosionPassFail
Aux hoist rope (if fitted) – no kinks, broken wiresPassFail
Rope drum – correct spooling, no overlappingPassFail
Hook block – swivel free, no cracks or deformationPassFail
Hook safety latch present and functionalPassFail
Sheaves – no excessive wear, groove damage or bindingPassFail
SAFETY DEVICES & CONTROLS
Load moment indicator (LMI) – operational and calibratedPassFail
Anti-two-block device – functionalPassFail
Boom angle/length indicator functionalPassFail
Slew limiter (if fitted) functionalPassFail
Hoist brake tested – holds loadPassFail
All control levers, pedals and switches operationalPassFail
Emergency stop functionalPassFail
Horn functionalPassFail
TRAVEL & TYRES
Tyre condition (cuts, bulges, tread depth)PassFail
Tyre pressures within specificationPassFail
Service brakes functionalPassFail
Park brake functionalPassFail
Steering – no excessive play or pullingPassFail
Lights (head, tail, work, beacon) all functionalPassFail
DOCUMENTATION
Current crane registration on machineYesNo
Load chart legible and appropriate for configurationYesNo
Last service/maintenance record reviewedYesNo
DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF
Defects / faults identified (describe or "None")
Is plant fit for operation?YesNo
Operator Signature
Supervisor / Responsible Person Signature