Checklist · Daily Plant Prestarts
Reach Truck Daily Pre-Start Checklist
Daily pre-start inspection for electric reach trucks used in warehouses and high-bay racking, covering the mast, reach mechanism, forks, battery, brakes and operator controls. Completed by the licensed operator before each shift.
35 checklist items
Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK DETAILS | ||
| Date | ||
| Site / Warehouse | ||
| Truck ID / Serial Number | ||
| Make & Model | ||
| Rated Capacity at Maximum Lift Height (from data plate) | ||
| Operator Name | ||
| Operator HRW Licence Number (forklift) | ||
| Hour Meter Reading | ||
| VISUAL CHECKS (KEY OFF) | ||
| Load capacity / data plate fitted and legible | Pass | Fail |
| Forks: no cracks, bends or heel wear; tips level; fork locking pins engaged | Pass | Fail |
| Carriage, fork positioner and backrest extension: secure, no damage | Pass | Fail |
| Mast channels, rollers and chains: no damage; chains evenly tensioned and lubricated | Pass | Fail |
| Reach (pantograph or moving mast) mechanism: no damage, no leaks | Pass | Fail |
| Hydraulic hoses and cylinders: no leaks, chafing or bulges | Pass | Fail |
| Load wheels and drive wheel: no chunking, flat spots or embedded debris | Pass | Fail |
| Overhead guard intact and secure | Pass | Fail |
| BATTERY & CHARGING | ||
| Battery charge indicator shows sufficient charge for shift | Pass | Fail |
| Battery cables, connector and plug: no damage, burns or exposed conductors | Pass | Fail |
| Battery restraint / retaining gate in place | Pass | Fail |
| Electrolyte level correct and no spillage (lead-acid batteries only) | Pass | Fail |
| OPERATIONAL CHECKS (KEY ON) | ||
| Emergency stop / battery isolator cuts all power | Pass | Fail |
| Operator presence pedal / deadman switch stops travel and hydraulics when released | Pass | Fail |
| Service brake and park brake effective | Pass | Fail |
| Steering smooth through full range | Pass | Fail |
| Lift, lower, reach, tilt and side shift operate smoothly without jerking | Pass | Fail |
| Lift height / cut-out and speed reduction systems function (if fitted) | Pass | Fail |
| Horn, travel alarm, blue spot or red zone lights operational (if fitted) | Pass | Fail |
| Display shows no fault codes | Pass | Fail |
| Seat or standing compartment, armrest and controls clean and undamaged | Pass | Fail |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects found (describe or write "None") | ||
| Defects reported to supervisor | Yes | No |
| Truck tagged out of service and key removed (if unsafe) | Yes | No |
| Truck fit for operation | Yes | No |
| Operator Signature | ||
| Supervisor Signature | ||