Daily Plant Prestarts
Mobile Crane Daily Pre-Start Inspection
Daily pre-start safety inspection for mobile cranes in accordance with AS 2550.1 and Australian WHS regulations. Must be completed by a licensed crane operator before each shift.
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Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| UNIT IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Plant/Asset ID | ___________________________ | |
| Crane Make & Model | ___________________________ | |
| Inspection Date | ___________________________ | |
| Operator Name | ___________________________ | |
| Licence Number | ___________________________ | |
| Hour Meter Reading | ___________________________ | |
| FLUID LEVELS & ENGINE | ||
| Engine oil level | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Coolant level | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Hydraulic oil level | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Fuel level adequate for shift | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| No visible fluid leaks (engine, hydraulic, fuel) | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Battery condition & connections | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| STRUCTURAL & MECHANICAL | ||
| Boom sections – no visible cracks, bends or deformation | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Boom pins and retaining clips in place | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Lattice sections (if applicable) – no damaged or missing members | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Jib attachment and pins (if fitted) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Slew ring – no excessive play or abnormal noise | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Counterweight(s) correctly fitted and secured | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Outrigger beams and pads – no damage or deformation | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Outrigger locks/pins functioning correctly | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| WIRE ROPE & LIFTING GEAR | ||
| Main hoist rope – no kinks, broken wires, birdcaging or corrosion | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Aux hoist rope (if fitted) – no kinks, broken wires | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Rope drum – correct spooling, no overlapping | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Hook block – swivel free, no cracks or deformation | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Hook safety latch present and functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Sheaves – no excessive wear, groove damage or binding | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| SAFETY DEVICES & CONTROLS | ||
| Load moment indicator (LMI) – operational and calibrated | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Anti-two-block device – functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Boom angle/length indicator functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Slew limiter (if fitted) functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Hoist brake tested – holds load | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| All control levers, pedals and switches operational | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Emergency stop functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Horn functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| TRAVEL & TYRES | ||
| Tyre condition (cuts, bulges, tread depth) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Tyre pressures within specification | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Service brakes functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Park brake functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Steering – no excessive play or pulling | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Lights (head, tail, work, beacon) all functional | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| DOCUMENTATION | ||
| Current crane registration on machine | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Load chart legible and appropriate for configuration | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Last service/maintenance record reviewed | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects / faults identified (describe or "None") | ___________________________ | |
| Is plant fit for operation? | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Operator Signature | ___________________________ | |
| Supervisor / Responsible Person Signature | ___________________________ | |