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Forklift Inspection Checklist

This forklift inspection checklist contains over 30 inspection points to evaluate the condition and functioning of major components. Items are grouped into pre-start inspections with the key out and in, as well as operational checks with the key in and engine on. The inspector is to check for issues such as damage, wear, leaks, proper operation, and safety components. Any issues found are to be noted in the comments section along with details of corrections made.

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Forklift Inspection Checklist

This forklift inspection checklist contains over 30 inspection points to evaluate the condition and functioning of major components. Items are grouped into pre-start inspections with the key out and in, as well as operational checks with the key in and engine on. The inspector is to check for issues such as damage, wear, leaks, proper operation, and safety components. Any issues found are to be noted in the comments section along with details of corrections made.

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Date: ___________ Forklift Inspection Checklist Lift Capacity: __________

Vehicle #: __________
Pre-Start (Key OUT) Pre-Start (Key OUT)
Type (circle one): LPG Gas Diesel Electric Labels
Load rating plate present and readable
Initial Hours Reading: Warning Decals & Operator’s Manual present and readable
LPG Compliance Plate present and readable (if applicable)
Tires Forklift Body
Inflated Free of excessive lint, trash, grease, or oil
Appropriate pressure ` Engine (if applicable)
Free of excessive wear or damage to side walls, cut, etc Oil is full & free of leaks
Nuts & wheel lugs are tight and present Battery
Forks Connections are tight
Not bent, worn, or cracked Covers over battery terminals
Upper limit stops OK Filters
Fork pins are not bent, worn, broken, or missing Clean & not worn
Mast Exhaust System
Hoses, chains, moving parts are not bent, worn, or cracked. Spark arrestors are OK
Lubricant on any moving parts (present but not excessive or Fuel level (if applicable)
solidified) Full & free of leaks
Visible chains are lubricated Propane (if equipped)
No rust No odor or hissing detected
Hydraulic System Fittings do not have any condensation/frost
Cylinders do not show leakage or damage Seat belt (or restraint)
Hoses & fittings do not show leakage or damage (i.e. cracks or Accessible & not damaged or dirty
painted) Horn
Carriage Works properly
Load back rest extension in place & not bent, cracked, or loose Fire extinguisher
Carriage in place and not bent, cracked, or loose Present & inspected
Date last inspected: ______________
Attachments (if equipped)
 Installed correctly & are not damaged

COMMENTS:

Inspected By: ______________________________ Dept: ________________ Ext: ________


(Print Name)
Date: ___________ Forklift Inspection Checklist Lift Capacity: __________
Vehicle #: __________
Key IN (Ignition OFF) Key IN (Ignition ON)
Lights Engine (if applicable)
Head, tail, & warning lights work and aimed correctly Runs smooth & quiet
 Turn signal (if equipped) operates smoothly No overheating
Exhaust System (if applicable)
Gauges and instruments
No flames or sparks
Work properly
Lift & Lower
Battery Charge Level (if applicable) Operate smoothly w/o excess drift
Full Tilt
Control Levers Operates smoothly w/o excessive drift or “chatter”
Labeled Attachments (if equipped)
Not loose or binding, & freely return to neutral Operate properly
Backup alarm (if equipped) Chains (extended when lifted)
Works properly Operational & lubricated
Not over greased
COMMENTS*: No rust on rollers
Hydraulic System
Hydraulic cylinders are working properly
No leaks
Steering
Smooth and responsive, free of excessive play
Brakes
Work & function smoothly without grabbing
No fluid leaks
Parking brake will hold the forklift on incline
Final Hours Reading:
Corrections/Repairs done by: _____________________
Date Completed: _____________________ TOTAL Hours (Final Hours Reading minus Initial Hours Reading):

Post Shutdown:
Park away from any hazards
Forklift forks are lowered & tilted to be flush with ground
Forklift in right gear for parking and parking brake is on

*Use comments section to describe any issues, as well as any Office Use Only
corrections/repairs.
(Include who corrected the issue and date it was done)

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