Create a safety checklist for heavy equipment inspection

Heavy Equipment Inspection Checklist

Purpose: To ensure heavy equipment is safe and in proper working condition before operation. This checklist covers key inspection points to identify potential hazards and maintenance needs.

Instructions: Complete this checklist before operating the equipment. Mark each item as 'Pass' or 'Fail'. If an item fails, record the corrective action taken before operating the equipment.

Equipment Information:

• Equipment Type:
• Equipment ID:
• Date:
• Inspector:

1. General Safety

• Cleanliness: Machine is clean and free of debris, scattered lubricant, and oil 16, 17, 18, 20.
  • Corrective Action:
• "DO NOT OPERATE" Tag: A temporary "DO NOT OPERATE" hang tag is attached to the controls during inspection and maintenance 1, 2, 3, 5.
  • Corrective Action:
• Safety Equipment: Hard hat, safety goggles/face shield, work gloves, safety shoes, and well-fitting work clothes are worn 14, 15.
  • Corrective Action:

2. Access and Mounting

• Steps and Handholds: Steps and handholds are clean and in good repair 6, 7, 9, 10, 11.
  • Corrective Action:
• Three-Point Contact: Mounting and dismounting procedures emphasize maintaining three-point contact 9, 10, 11.
  • Corrective Action:

3. Operator Compartment

• Seat Belt: Seat belt is not cut or frayed, and mounting hardware is intact 6, 7, 16, 17, 18, 20.
  • Corrective Action:
• Mirrors: Mirrors are adjusted for optimal visibility 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Trash Buildup: Operator compartment is free of trash buildup 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Safety lock lever: Secure the safety lock lever to "LOCKED" position [1].
  • Corrective Action:

4. Engine and Cooling System

• Engine Compartment: Engine compartment is free of trash buildup 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Cooling System: No leaks, hoses are in good condition, and radiator is free of trash 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Belts: Engine attachment belts are not worn, frayed, or broken 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:

5. Hydraulic System

• Hydraulic System: No leaks in the tank, cylinder rod seals, hoses, tubes, plugs, connections, and fittings 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:

6. Undercarriage and Structure

• Final Drives: No leaks in the final drives 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Swing Drive: No leaks in the swing drive 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Covers and Guards: All covers and guards are securely attached and undamaged 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Attachment Linkage: Attachment control linkage, cylinders, and attachment are inspected for damage or excessive wear 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Track Adjustment: Track adjustment is inspected per the manual 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:

7. Other Checks

• Lights: Lights are inspected for broken bulbs and lenses 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:
• Travel Alarm: Travel alarm is tested and functional 6, 7.
  • Corrective Action:

8. Ropes (if applicable)

• Rope Inspection: Ropes are inspected monthly for deterioration, wear, and damage, with written reports kept on file 12, 19.
  • Corrective Action:

Notes:

Inspector Signature: ____________________________

Supervisor Signature: ____________________________ (if required)