Forklifts should be inspected each day before use and operators can perform these simple, daily checks. We’re aware that these checks may seem silly to operators, but in reality, the checks take about 3 minutes (if that) to perform and result in a safer operating environment and lower maintenance costs. Sendhamarai Engineering is having well trained operators for maintaining and driving.
Non-driving Checklists(Do this while the forklift is off).
- Check your fluid levels (i.e., fuel, water, hydraulic) – Low fluid levels can cause machine malfunctions, like forks not raising properly or brakes not working, which can cause some pretty nasty accidents.
- Look for visible damage. See something? Reporting visible damage can end up saving you from larger repairs in the future.
- Check tire condition and pressure – Damaged tires with low pressure will cause your forklift to not function as safely or as effectively as it could.
- Forks must be in good condition – Operating poorly maintained forks can cause serious damage to the machine and can cause loads to slip or worse, injuries to employees.
- Inspection stickers and decals must be in the right place and legible
- Ensure the operator’s compartment is clean and free of debris – A dirty compartment can cause accident or other mind diverting activities.
- Safety devices (i.e., seat belt, finger guards) working
Driving Checklists
All forklift types require the same driving checklist. Do this while the forklift is on.
- Make sure your steering, accelerator, and brakes work
- Check that your gears work (forward and reverse)
- Make sure the lift works (tilt and hoist)
- Check that the horn, lights, and backup alarm work
