Powered Industrial Truck Inspections

Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks should be inspected before use. Check brakes, steering, horn, lights, forks, mast, tires, hydraulics, seat belt, and warning devices. Remove unsafe equipment from service and report defects. Do not operate equipment with a known safety issue.

Discussion questions

  1. Where could this hazard show up in our area today?
  2. What control do we need to verify before work starts?
  3. What should be reported immediately?

Supervisor close

Confirm employees understand the key control, then document attendance according to site procedure.