| * Forlifts & Industrial Trucks * |
| SAMPLE DAILY CHECKLISTS FOR POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKSYour workplace may have a variety of trucks that are being operated. They may include the following types of vehicles:Electric forklift trucksPropane forklift trucksYard forklift trucksElectric transtackerRiding grip towStand-up riding tow tractorWalking pallet truckWalking transtackerTow tractorsIndustrial tractorsReach trucksOrder pickersYou may choose to use a checklist for each type of industrial truck you have in your workplace or compile one that can be used for any type of truck. Below are some sample checklists for various types of trucks, as well as a generic list that can be modified to suit your workplace needs. DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Electric Forklift Truck KEY OFF Procedures The vehicle inspectionOverhead guardHydraulic cylindersMast assemblyLift chains and rollersForksTiresExamine the batteryCheck the hydraulic fluid levelKEY ON ProceduresCheck the gaugesHour meterBattery discharge indicatorTest the standard equipmentSteeringBrakesFront, tail, and brake lightsHornSafety seat (if equipped)Check the operation of load-handling attachments DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Propane Forklift TruckKEY OFF ProceduresThe vehicle inspectionOverhead guardHydraulic cylindersMast assemblyLift chains and rollersForksTiresLPG tank and locator pinLPG tank hoseGas gaugeCheck the engine oil levelExamine the batteryCheck the hydraulic fluid levelCheck the engine coolant levelKEY ON ProceduresTest the front, tail, and brake lightsENGINE RUNNING ProceduresCheck the gaugesOil pressure indicator lampAmmeter indicator lampHour meterWater temperature gaugeTest the standard equipmentSteeringBrakesHornSafety seat (if equipped)Check the operation of load-handling attachmentsCheck the transmission fluid levelDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Yard Forklift TruckKEY OFF ProceduresThe vehicle inspectionOverhead guardHydraulic cylindersMast assemblyLift chains and rollersForksTiresLPG tank and locator pinLPG tank hoseGas gaugeCheck the engine oil levelExamine the batteryInspect the hydraulic fluid levelCheck the engine coolant levelKEY ON ProceduresTest the standard equipmentFront, tail, and brake lightsFuel gauge (if diesel)Windshield wiperHeaterENGINE RUNNING ProceduresCheck the gaugesOil pressure indicator lampAmmeter indicator lampAmmeterHour MeterWater Temperature GaugeTest the standard equipmentSteeringBrakesHornSafety seat (if equipped)Check the operation of load-handling attachmentsCheck the transmission fluid levelDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Electric TranstackerKEY OFF ProceduresThe vehicle inspectionOverhead guardHydraulic cylindersMast assemblyLift chains and rollersForksTiresBattery cablesSafety doorKEY ON ProceduresCheck the gaugesBattery discharge indicatorHour meterTest the standard equipmentSteering BrakesLightsHornTest the control leverCheck the operation of load-handling attachmentsDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Riding Grip TowThe vehicle inspectionLines and hosesBatterySafety switchHand guardsThe operations inspectionTest the brakesCheck the drive operationsTest the hornCheck the grip couplingDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Stand-up Riding Tow TractorThe vehicle inspectionLines and hosesBatterySafety switchHand guardsThe operations inspectionTest the brakesCheck the drive operationsTest the hornCheck the tow hook and safety catchRiding Grip Tow DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Walking Pallet TruckThe vehicle inspectionForksBatteryHand guardsThe operations inspectionCheck the drive operationsTest the brakesCheck the hornInspect the load-handling attachment operationsDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Walking TranstackerThe vehicle inspectionForksBatteryHand guardsThe operations inspectionCheck the drive operationsTest the brakesCheck the hornInspect the load-handling attachment operations DAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Indoor Propane Tow TractorKEY OFF ProceduresThe vehicle inspectionFluid leakageTiresTow hookWindshield (if equipped)Overhead guard (if equipped)LPG tank and locator pinLPG tank hoseGas gaugeCheck the engine oil levelCheck the engine coolant levelExamine the batteryKEY ON ProceduresTest the front, tail, and brake lightsCheck the gaugesOil pressure gaugeAmmeterWater temperature gaugeHour meterENGINE RUNNING ProceduresInspect the standard equipmentSteeringBrakesHornSafety seat (if equipped)Check the transmission fluid levelDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Industrial TractorsKEY OFF ProceduresThe vehicle inspectionWindshieldTiresThree-point hitch assemblyEngine oilEngine coolantKEY ON ProceduresCheck gaugesOil and battery lightsTemperatureHour meterStandard equipmentSteeringFront, tail, and brake lightsHornENGINE RUNNING ProceduresStandard equipmentWindshield wiperBrakesHoist operationDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Reach TruckKEY OFF ProceduresThe vehicle inspectionOverhead guardHydraulic cylindersMast assemblyLift chains and rollersForksTiresBattery cablesSafety doorHydraulic fluidKEY ON ProceduresCheck the gaugesBattery discharge indicatorHour meterTest the standard equipmentSteeringBrakesLightsHornTest the control leverCheck the operation of load-handling attachmentsDAILY INSPECTION CHECKLIST Order PickerKEY OFF ProceduresThe vehicle inspectionHoist lines, cables, and chainsHour meterTiresBattery cablesLimiting deviceKEY ON ProceduresCheck the battery discharge indicatorTest the standard equipmentSafety interlockSteeringBrakesLightsHornCheck the accessoriesGripper jawsWork platformSAMPLE GENERIC CHECKLISTFOR POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS Overhead Guard – Are there broken welds, missing bolts, or damaged areas? Hydraulic Cylinders – Is there leakage or damage on the lift, tilt, and attachment functions of the cylinders? Mast Assembly – Are there broken welds, cracked or bent areas, and worn or missing stops? Lift Chains and rollers Are they cracked or bent , worn, or mismatched? Is there excessive oil or water on the forks? Forks Tires – What do the tires look like? Battery Check Hydraulic Fluid – Check level? Gauges – Are they all properly working? Steering Brakes Lights – If equipped with lights, are they working properly? Horn – Does the horn work? Safety seat – if the truck is equipped with a safety seat is it working? Load Handling Attachments Propane Tank – Is the tank guard bracket properly positioned and locked down? Propane Hose Propane Odor – If you detect the presence of propane gas odor, turn off the tank valve and report the problem. Engine Oil – Check levels. Engine Coolant – Visually check the level. Note: Never remove the radiator cap to check the coolant level when the engine is running or while the engine is hot. Stand to the side and turn your face away. Always use a glove or rag to protect your hand. Transmission Fluid – Check levels? Windshield Wipers – Do they work properly? Seat Belts – Do they work? Safety Door – (found on stand up rider models) Is it in place? Safety Switch – (found on stand up riding tow tractors) Is it working? Hand guards – (found on stand up riding tow tractors, walking pallet trucks, walking transtackers) Are they in place? Tow Hook Control Lever – Does the lever operate properly? Safety Interlock – (found on order pickers) If the gate is open, does the vehicle run? Gripper Jaws – (found on order pickers) Do the jaws open and close quickly and smoothly? Work Platform – (found on order pickers) Does the platform raise and lower smoothly? The preceding checklists are intended to assist in providing training on OSHA’s revised powered industrial truck operator standards. They are not a substitute for any of the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, or for any standards issued by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA wishes to acknowledge the UAW-Ford National Joint Committee on Health and Safety for granting permission to use the checklists and related graphics. The revised OSHA standard for powered industrial truck training requires that an employer provide training to truck operators on a variety of topics. Among these topics are vehicle inspection and maintenance that the operator will be required to perform. The following checklists are being provided as part of OSHA’s ongoing effort to assist employers and employees in ensuring that a safe and healthful workplace is provided. The lists serve as a guide only and may not be totally inclusive. Each type of powered industrial truck is unique and checklists pertinent to each type of vehicle should be modified accordingly. It is recommended that the manufacturer’s instructions on vehicle maintenance and owner’s and operator’s responsibilities also be consulted. The OSHA standards for powered industrial trucks should be evaluated to ensure compliance. |
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