Checklist · Daily Plant Prestarts
Electric Pallet Jack Pre-Start Checklist
Pre-start check for walk-behind and ride-on electric pallet jacks (powered pallet trucks) used in warehouses, retail backrooms and loading docks. Covers the tiller arm, forks, wheels, battery and safety functions.
31 checklist items
Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| UNIT DETAILS | ||
| Date | ||
| Site / Area | ||
| Unit ID / Serial Number | ||
| Type (walk-behind / stand-on / ride-on) | ||
| Rated Capacity (from data plate) | ||
| Operator Name | ||
| Operator trained and authorised to use this unit | Yes | No |
| VISUAL CHECKS | ||
| Capacity / data plate fitted and legible | Pass | Fail |
| Forks: no cracks, bends or twisting; fork tips undamaged | Pass | Fail |
| Load rollers and entry/exit rollers turn freely, no flat spots or embedded debris | Pass | Fail |
| Drive wheel tread serviceable, no chunking or cracking | Pass | Fail |
| Lift linkages and push rods: no damage or bending | Pass | Fail |
| No hydraulic oil leaks under the unit | Pass | Fail |
| Covers and guards in place; no exposed wiring | Pass | Fail |
| Platform, side guards and backrest secure (stand-on / ride-on units) | Pass | Fail |
| BATTERY | ||
| Battery charge adequate for shift | Pass | Fail |
| Charging lead, plug and connectors undamaged | Pass | Fail |
| Battery cover closed and secure | Pass | Fail |
| FUNCTION TESTS | ||
| Tiller arm returns to upright (brake on) position when released | Pass | Fail |
| Brakes apply in tiller fully up and fully down positions | Pass | Fail |
| Belly button / anti-crush reverse switch on tiller head stops and reverses the unit | Pass | Fail |
| Emergency stop / power isolator cuts drive | Pass | Fail |
| Forward and reverse travel smooth; speed controls respond correctly | Pass | Fail |
| Slow-speed (crawl / tortoise) mode works with tiller upright (if fitted) | Pass | Fail |
| Lift and lower operate smoothly; forks hold height under load | Pass | Fail |
| Horn operational | Pass | Fail |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects found (describe or write "None") | ||
| Defects reported to supervisor | Yes | No |
| Unit tagged out of service (if unsafe) | Yes | No |
| Unit fit for use | Yes | No |
| Operator Signature | ||