Forklift Circle Check
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Daily Visual and Operational Safety Inspection
An individual checklist should be developed for each machine tailored to the make, model and attachments of the machine.
Walk around the forklift,
checking for obstructions or hazards in the area, fluid leaks, damp
spots or drips.
Check condition of wheels / tires.
Inspect belts, hoses and connections.
Check propane, engine oil, coolant
level and battery condition.
Lights
working properly.
Fire
extinguisher-present and charged.
Foot
brake pedal holds, unit stops smoothly.
Parking
brake should hold against slight acceleration.
Dash
control panel all lights, gauges and horn operational.
Clutch
and gearshift smooth shifting no jumping or jerking.
Steering
functioning properly, no excessive play in the wheel.
Lift
and tilt mechanisms operate smoothly
throughout cylinder stroke length.
No
external or internal leaks at lift and tilt
cylinders. also, no leaking hydraulic hoses.
Chains,
rollers, hose pulleys in good shape.
Check
forks for positioning, latches and anchor pins worn, loose or bent.
Beware
of damaged, cracked or bent forks.
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