Forklift Operator Shift Takeover Handover Checks

Visual Checks

?Any unresolved faults from the previous shift/day

YES
NO
N/A

?Is there any visible damage to the bodywork

YES
NO
N/A

Are all safety guards and covers properly fastened and secured

YES
NO
N/A

?Are there any obvious leaks

YES
NO
N/A

?Hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir checked

YES
NO
N/A

?Mast and carriage free of any damage or foreign items

YES
NO
N/A

Chains and fixing bolts visually checked for damaged links, obvious stretching and appropriate lubrication

YES
NO
N/A

Forks (and securing pins) visually checked for any sign of cracks or any other sign of damage or excess wear

YES
NO
N/A

?Backrest / Extension visually checked for damage or debris

YES
NO
N/A

?Have all attachments been checked

YES
NO
N/A

All tyres checked for obvious damage, including cuts and tread wear

YES
NO
N/A

?Pneumatic tyres checked to ensure correct pressure

YES
NO
N/A

?Wheels checked for damage, especially to the rims

YES
NO
N/A

?Wheel nuts checked and ensured they are tight

YES
NO
N/A

? Is the seat correctly fixed to the truck

YES
NO
N/A

Is the seat belt or other restraint secure and functioning correctly

YES
NO
N/A

Operational Checks

Does the steering feel normal with no undue play or unusual movement

YES
NO
N/A

?Do the brakes feel normal and work efficiently

YES
NO
N/A

?Does the parking brake work efficiently

YES
NO
N/A

?Are all foot and hand controls operating correctly

YES
NO
N/A

If the truck is fitted with computerised systems, are they working correctly

YES
NO
N/A

?All warning lights operating correctly

YES
NO
N/A

?All gauges and other instruments working correctly

YES
NO
N/A

? Lights / Beacon operating correctly

YES
NO
N/A

?Is the horn functioning as desired

YES
NO
N/A

?Are all alarms functioning correctly

YES
NO
N/A

If other warning devices are fitted, are they operating correctly

YES
NO
N/A

Petrol/Diesel/LPG

?Fuel level checked and refuelled if necessary

YES
NO
N/A

?Engine oil level checked and topped up if necessary

YES
NO
N/A

?Coolant level checked and topped up if necessary

YES
NO
N/A

Fan and other belts checked for correct tension and any obvious damage

YES
NO
N/A

?Has the inching pedal checked for correct operation

YES
NO
N/A

? Is the LPG bottle secure and clamps fully tightened

YES
NO
N/A

Battery

? Battery secure and clean

YES
NO
N/A

Level of distilled water in the battery checked and top up as needed

YES
NO
N/A

?Electrolyte levels of all cells checked and satisfactory

YES
NO
N/A

?Are all cable connections clean and secure

YES
NO
N/A

? Is the battery area clean and free from debris

YES
NO
N/A

Are the batteries secure within their compartment and protective hatches properly closed

YES
NO
N/A