Monthly Forklift Inspection Checklist

Date of inspection
Inspectors Names/designations:
Unit #
Forklift Registration Number:
Location:
For satisfactory Tick ( ) on Yes column
For unsatisfactory ( ) on No column
Corrective action if No is
No Description Yes No
ticked
1 Availability of manufactural instruction manual
2 Third party load test / lifting equipment certificates/inspection reports.
3 Operator’s ROP license and Driving permit (Check the validity)
4 Operator’s daily checklist implemented and records maintained
5 Availability of first Aid kit in the operator cabin
6 Availability of dry powder fire extinguisher in operator cabin
7 Condition of Lights & Indicators (front lights, brake lights, left and right indicators)
8 Functionality of brakes including manual parking break.
9 Operator cabin windscreen, sides/ rear glasses and mirrors
10 Functionality and condition of wind screen wipers
Functionality and condition of operator controls (Check labels, not loose or binding, freely
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return to neutral position)
12 Operator three point’s seat belt and seat condition
13 Operator cabin dash light indicators/gauges and weight indicator
14 Operator access and egress ladder condition
16 Functionality of air conditioning system
17 Functionality of reverse lights and alarm
18 Horns
19 Load chart in the cabin and on the body of the forklift
20 Functionality of flashing light
21 Functionality of emergency stop button
22 Label displaying the type of fuel (gasoline, diesel )
23 Speed limit and fasten seat belt signs posted in operator cabin
24 Stop lugs at the end of the lateral beam (to avoid dropping fork)
Condition of tiers and tire pressure (Check tires are same model, tire pressure is as per OEM
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and free from excessive wear or damage)
26 SWL/Forklift Lifting capacity to be adequately displayed on Forklift.
27 Lights & Indicators (front beam lights, brake lights, left and right indicators)
28 Hydraulic system, hoses, cylinders are free of leaks
29 Radiator is full and free from leaks
30 Battery terminals are tight and battery is covered
31 Forklift body free from damages or dents
32 Attachment Lifting accessories are inspected & color coded and in good condition
33 SWL marked on forklift and forklift boom
34 Forklift Anchor point
Other observations/findings
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Inspector name and signature Witnessed by Name & Signature

Forklift Operator
Chief Mechanic Unit Manager

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