Forklift Safety Checklist

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Visual Checks

DAMAGE - Bent, dented or broken parts*
LEAKS – Fuel, oil, radiator, hydraulics*
FORKS – Secure, not bent, cracked or badly worn*
TIRES & WHEELS – Drive wheels, steer wheels, load wheels, casters, etc*
CHAINS, CABLES & HOSES – In place*
BATTERY – Battery cable and connector condition, cable routing (not outside of truck), battery retainer securely in place*
GUARDS – All guards in place and condition: overhead, load backrest, etc; gates and side rails (SP & Turret Models)*
MECHANICAL SAFETY DEVICES – Operator harness or seat belt, fire extinguisher, name/data plate, warning labels, etc. in good condition*
OPERATOR COMPARTMENT/CONTROLS – All controls, steer tiller, pedals, etc. in good condition; seat locks in position*

Operational Checks

POWER UP – Turn on key; all indicator lights and alarms are working*
ELECTRICAL SAFETY DEVICES – Horn, audible signals, entry bar, flashing lights, indicator lights, etc. work properly*
POWER DISCONNECT – Cuts off all electrical power*
STEERING – No binding, no excessive play*
BRAKES & TRAVEL CONTROLS – Check braking and plugging distances while traveling slowly at first; if ok, check at higher speeds; acceleration smooth, not jerky*
PARKING BRAKE – Seat, hand or foot*
HYDRAULIC CONTROLS – Test all hydraulic functions for smooth and proper operation and no unusual noise*
ATTACHMENTS – Function properly, no unusual noise, securely in place especially removable attachments*
LIMIT SWITCHES – Travel limit, lift limit, tilt limit, safety reverse (walkies), etc*
BATTERY CHARGE – Discharge meter in full green or 75% charge after raising forks.*
Items needing repair or adjustment
Caution – If the truck is found to be in need of repair or in any way unsafe, or contributes to an unsafe condition, the matter shall be reported immediately to the designated authority, and the truck shall not be operated until it has been restored to a safe operating condition. If during operation, the truck becomes unsafe in any way, the matter shall be reported immediately to the designated authority, and the truck shall not be operated until it has been restored to safe operating condition. Do not make repairs or adjustments unless specifically authorized to do so.
Thank you for choosing McQuaid property management. If any concerns or repairs arise please call our office and do not operate the unit until repairs are made.
These reports are not read by MPM and it is the responsibility of the operator to properly report any issue to a supervisor or McQuaids.
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