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Typical pre shift check form for fork lift truck users

1. ALT aT Fork Lift Truck Daily Checklist Health and Safety for Beginners Hour Meter End Date Hour Meter Start Hours Operated All Trucks OK Defect Petrol Diesel LPG OK Defect Faults Previous Day Fuel Level Obvious Leaks Fuel Connectors Hydraulic Fluid Levels Engine Oil Level Mast amp Carriage Coolant Level Chains amp Fixing Bolts Battery Forks Fan Other Belts Backrest Extension Inching Pedal Attachments LPG Bottle Security Tyres Wheels Nuts Seat amp Seat Belt Steering Electric Service Brakes Electrolyte Levels Parking Brake Cable Connections Operating Controls General Cleanliness Operating System Battery Security Warning Lights Gauges Instruments Lights Beacon Other Checks Horn A Alarms B Other Warning Devices C Safety Guards Covers D Bodywork Defects Operator Signature Supervisor Signature Do not use the truck until any faults have been rectified j as Health and Safety a for Beginners Daily Checks What to Look for All Trucks Faults Previous Day Check the previous page or book This will identify what may have been wrong the previous day or shift You should check these items carefully to ensure that the fault has been rectified Obvious Leaks Check the floor beside and under the truck Hydraulic Fluid Level Check the level in the reservoir Mast and Car
2. d controls operate correctly and are not obstructed in any way Operating System lf the truck is fitted with computerised systems check to ensure that they have initialised and are working correctly Warning Lights Check for the correct operation of all warning lights If a light stays on and you are not sure of its meaning check the user manual or seek further j as Health and Safety a for Beginners advice Do not use the truck with a warning light illuminated if you do not know it is still safe Gauges Instruments Check that all gauges and other instruments are working correctly Lights Beacon Check for correct operation Horn Check for correct operation Alarms Check for correct operation Other Warning Devices Make sure you know what is fitted to the truck Check all for correct operation Safety Guards and Covers Check all are properly fastened and secured A flapping cover can be a hazard to your colleagues as well as yourself Bodywork Visually check around the vehicle Damaged bodywork may indicate other problem areas on the truck Check the areas carefully Damaged bodywork may indicate damage to racking or other equipment Report what you find so that your supervisor can check it out Petrol Diesel LPG Fuel Level Check the level and refuel as needed Remember to wear protective gloves and keep away from cigarettes or other fire hazards Engine Oil Level Check and top up as needed Coolant Level Check a
3. nd top up as needed Battery Ensure the battery is secure and clean Check the level of distilled water and top up as needed Wear eye protection and gloves Fan Other Belts Check for correct tension and obvious damage Inching Pedal Check for correct operation LPG Bottle Security Check the bottle is secure and clamps are fully tightened Ensure connections are secure Electric Electrolyte Levels Check the electrolyte levels of all cells Cable Connections Check they are clean and properly secure General Cleanliness Ensure the battery area is clean and clear from debris Battery Security Ensure the batteries are secure within their compartment and that any protective hatches are properly closed as Health and Safety a for Beginners Other Checks Other items may need to be checked These may be listed on a separate sheet Discuss this with your supervisor Remember if you are not sure about anything at all ask your supervisor
4. riage Visually check for any damage or foreign items Check also for appropriate lubrication Chains and Fixing Bolts Visually check for damaged links obvious stretching and appropriate lubrication Visually check the fixing bolts for any sign of damage Forks Visually check for any sign of cracks especially at the heels or any other sign of damage or excess wear Check securing pins Backrest Extension Visually check for damage or debris Bent or otherwise damaged metal is weakened and may be dangerous Attachments Check for the actual security of the attachment at its fixing or locking points and check any hydraulic or other connections Some attachments may need additional checks Only check and use attachments if you have been trained to do so Tyres Wheels Nuts Check all tyres for obvious damage including cuts and tread wear Check pneumatic tyres for the correct pressure Check wheels for damage especially to the rims and check that wheel nuts are tight Seat and Seat Belt Check that the seat is correctly fixed to the truck and not loose or damaged Check that the seat belt or other restraint is properly secure and functions correctly Steering Check the steering feels normal and there is no undue play or unusual movement Service Brakes Check the brakes feel normal and work efficiently Parking Brake Check the parking brake works efficiently and releases correctly Operating Controls Check that all foot and han

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