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Make: ___________________ Model: ______________ REGO/NO: _________

TELEHANDLER CHECKLIST
To Be Completed by a trained operator. WARNING! Do not operate machine if not safe to operate!
If ANY are ticked N for NON-COMPLIANT, Tag out machine and refer this sheet
Visual check of the Telehandler Function Checks Conducted with the engine running. Y/N
Conducted with the engine off. Y/N Boom arm Extends to full height 
Data plate/Load chart plate Fitted & Readable  Bucket/forks Tilts and Crowds to full travel. 
Warning decals Readable  Boom extends Full Travel, Smooth operation. 
Hydraulic Cylinders No Damage  Auxiliary Hydraulics Operations 
Hydraulics No Leaks or Damage  Quick-Hitch Releases Bucket when pin removed. 
Quick-Hitch & Pin Not Seized. No Damage. Clip  Foot Pedals Not fouled. Clean. Operate Correctly. 
Seat and Seat Belt Good Condition & Functional  Control Panel Lights/Gauges/Warning Indicators 
Safety equipment Operating, engine should start.  Lights Work/Spot/Driving 
FOPS/ROPS Secure & Good Condition  Beeper Operates in Reverse 
Tyres & rims Correct inflation, studs tight.  Rotating Beacon Rotates & Visible 
Fluid Leaks No Fluid Leaks under Machine  Park Brake Hold Machine on incline. 
Fuel Level enough for the day’s work  Hydraulic Lockout. Locks controls & Hydraulics. 
Engine Oil Level Correct  Driving Inspection Conducted driving in circle/figure 8 Y/N
Transmission/Gearbox Oil Level Correct  Steering Steers well. No undue noise/stress 
Hydraulic Oil Level Correct  Creep No creeping when controls neutralized. 
Coolant Level Correct  Model-Specific Checks Cross out if not applicable Y/N
Battery Bracket & Terminals Secure & Clean  Bucket (if fitted) Bucket not damaged/loose/worn. 
Battery Electrolyte Levels Correct & Caps in place  Attachment Security Attachment Secure & Pins Secure 
Start Engine Runs & Smooth  Attachment Damage Attachment not damaged 
Horn Operation & Volume  Ground-Engaging Surface Teeth/Cutting edges/loose/worn. 
Faults Identified: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Maintenance Required/Administered: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Operator/Inspector Name: ________________________ Signature: __________________________ Date: ___________________ Hours Start: ______________

Finish:
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