Pre-Start Inspection

Question 1

What do you need to do before using a forklift?

Answer 1

Check that it is safe to use

Question 2

List the 12 Pre-Start Checks.

Answer 2

1) Tyres
2) Lights and lenses
3) Gauges
4) Guards
5) Mast, lifting assembly and attachments
6) Forklift tynes and backrest
7) Hydraulic hides, unions, cylinders
8) Underneath for fuel/oil leaks
9) Fuels
10) Fluids
11) Data plate
12) Any attachments

Question 3

What is the “rated capacity”?

Answer 3

The maximum load that a forklift is designed to carry at a load height and a specific load centre

Question 4

Why is it important to keep air filled tyres at their correct pressure?

Answer 4

To assist with forklift stability

Question 5

What are the 5 things to check for on forklift tyres?

Answer 5

1) No large pieces of rubber missing
2) Tyre not worn down
3) Wear is even
4) Wear has not reached the wear limit line
5) Wheels are properly secured to the forklift

Question 6

What should you do if you find something wrong with the forklift?

Answer 6

1) Do not use the machine
2) Record the fault in the logbook
3) Tag the forklift as “Out of Service”
4) Report the fault to your supervisor

Question 7

Is it ok to use a forklift with a missing data plate?

Answer 7

No