Back to Library

Telehandler/Rough Terrain (RT) Forklift Pre-Use Inspection

Contributor: Safesite HQ Jurisdiction: General Requirements

construction
general industry
manufacturing
mining
utilities
industrial
Agriculture and Farming
trenching and excavation
facilities and maintenance
transportation and logistics
Oil Gas and Petroleum
Arboriculture

Use this pre-use checklist to inspect your Telehandler/Telescopic/Rough Terrain Forklifts. A preventative maintenance schedule should be put in place to maintain longevity of your equipment and promote safe working conditions.

Complete Now
Telehandler/Rough Terrain (RT) Forklift Pre-Use Inspection

Template Preview

Equipment DetailsSection 1 of 4 with 2 Questions

1. Model #/Serial#/Equipment Identifier

2. Has the operator been trained on how to use the lift?

Actions

External InspectionSection 2 of 4 with 6 Questions

1. Are all safety signs and instructions legible?

Actions

2. Are the forks in good condition and free of any cracks or other potentially severe damage?

Actions

3. Are the tires in good condition and free of any cuts or bulges?

Actions

4. Is the tire pressure correct?

Actions

5. Are all hydraulic hoses and hose connections in good condition, free of wear and leaks?

Actions

6. Are the mirrors and windows in good condition, free of damage and clean?

Actions

Cab InspectionSection 3 of 4 with 10 Questions

1. Is the seatbelt in working order?

Actions

2. Is a load chart present?

Actions

3. Are wipers and lights in good condition, free of damage?

Actions

4. Are all gauges in good, working condition?

Actions

5. Does the horn work?

Actions

6. Is the backup alarm in good, working condition?

Actions

7. Does the transmission sound good, operate smoothly, and you can travel both forward and reverse?

Actions

8. Does the machine steer correctly when turning the steering wheel?

Actions

9. Are the brakes in good condition and does the machine stop when pressed?

Actions

10. Does the emergency brake work and in good condition?

Actions

Hydraulic InspectionSection 4 of 4 with 4 Questions

1. Can you extend and retract the boom?

Actions

2. Can you lift and lower the boom?

Actions

3. Are there any hydraulic leaks when testing controls?

Actions

4. Is the fluid level good?

Actions

checklist: paper vs digital

Can't find what you are looking for?

Create new or upload your own templates.
Create your OwnUpload your Own
checkmark#1 FREE SAFETY MANAGEMENT APP
checkmarkNO CREDIT CARD NEEDED
checkmark29,189 HAZARDS CLOSED DAILY
safesite icon
An award-winning safety management solution for companies of all sizes and industries
Popular Resources
View Blog
Key Features
View all Features
Company



©2021 Safesite. All rights reserved.