Safety/AWAIR Program

FORKLIFT DAILY SHIFT

CHECKLIST
Forklift Manufacturer: ____________________________

Date: _______________________________

Forklift Identifying Number: _______________________

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Inspected By:

Industrial trucks shall be examined at least daily before being placed in service for that day.
If the truck is used daily on more than one shift, it shall be inspected after each shift.
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ITEMS TO BE CHECKED
Tires
Horn
Lights
Battery
Controller
Lift system to include load limit switches, load engagement means, chains,
cables, forks, etc.
Brakes (normal and emergency)
Steering mechanism and free play in steering
Leaks in hydraulic system, check hydraulic fuel level
Leaks in fuel system, smell for leaks in propane system
Truck clean, free of lint, excess oil, and grease
Overhead guards broken or damaged
Gauges working properly
Seat belts work properly
Propane tank locked down in propane trucks
Engine oil
Transmission fluid
Windshield wipers in good condition, if equipped
Label or identifying mark indicating approval by a testing laboratory present
All name plates and markings are in place and maintained in legible
condition
Truck emit hazardous sparks or flames from the exhaust system

List any other problems found with the truck:

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The material contained herein is intended for reference purposes only. It is not intended to meet any contractual
agreements, or requirements of applicable Federal, State or Local law regulation or ordinance. It should be
reviewed by appropriate counsel before use.

The Builders Group

Phone (651) 389-1140

Toll Free (888) 824-3923

Fax (651) 389-1141

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FORKLIFT DAILY SHIFT
CHECKLIST
Note: Any items found to be defective will require immediate notification of
your supervisor and the lift will be taken out of service until repaired.

The material contained herein is intended for reference purposes only. It is not intended to meet any contractual
agreements, or requirements of applicable Federal, State or Local law regulation or ordinance. It should be
reviewed by appropriate counsel before use.

The Builders Group

Phone (651) 389-1140

Toll Free (888) 824-3923

Fax (651) 389-1141

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FORKLIFT DAILY SHIFT CHECKLIST
Powered Forklift Program

Company Name: _____________________________________________________________

Week Of:

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Forklift Identification:
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Operator: _____ Operator: _____ Operator: _____ Operator: _____ Operator: _____ Operator: _____

Inspection Procedure:
. Tires (cuts, gouges, imbedded objects, and
air pressure for pneumatic tires)
. Steering

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. Foot Brake
. Parking Brake
. Hydraulic System
. Controls
. Chains/ Limit Switches
. Mast, carriage, and attachments (missing
bolts, or unusual wear on chain guides and
inside of mast channels)
. Forks and Fork Adjusting Slides
10 Name Plates, Markings, and Load Limits
11 Operating Lights
12 Clutch or Creeper Control
13 Overhead and Warning Lights
14 Battery Connections and Level (also amp
gauge)
15 Fuel Line (leaks, damage)
The material contained herein is intended for reference purposes only. It is not intended to meet any contractual agreements, or
requirements of applicable Federal, State or Local law regulation or ordinance. It should be reviewed by appropriate counsel before use.

The Builders Group

Phone (651) 389-1140

Toll Free (888) 824-3923

Fax (651) 389-1141

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16 Exhaust System (sparks, leaks)
17 Other (loose articles, materials on truck,
etc.)
18 Visually check for loose or broken parts
(wheel lugs, oil leaks, etc.)
Note: (A) If operators are not sure of anything given above, check with supervisor before using equipment.
(B) While using equipment, if anything does not act or sound right, stop and see your supervisor.

The material contained herein is intended for reference purposes only. It is not intended to meet any contractual agreements, or
requirements of applicable Federal, State or Local law regulation or ordinance. It should be reviewed by appropriate counsel before use.

The Builders Group

Phone (651) 389-1140

Toll Free (888) 824-3923

Fax (651) 389-1141

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