New Inspection Certificate

Safety & Site Preparation

Barricades and warning signs in place
Access restricted to authorized personnel
JSA / Risk Assessment conducted
Hazards identified and controlled
Level, clean ground (no oil, debris, obstacles)
Adequate lighting and ventilation
PPE Compliance (Helmet, safety shoes, gloves, goggles, high-vis vest)
Engine off, key removed
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) applied
Energy sources isolated & hydraulic pressure released
Parking brake engaged
Fire extinguisher & first aid available
Safety briefing conducted
Tools and checklist ready

Documentation & Compliance

Operator manual available
Maintenance records up to date
Previous inspection certificates
Load test certificate (if required)
Operator training records (03rd Party)
Compliance with local regulations (ISO/BS/ASME/SASO)
Safety labels legible

Visual Structural Inspection

Chassis/frame condition (cracks, deformation, corrosion)
Overhead guard condition
Forks (cracks, bending, wear ≤10%)
Mast structure & welds
Carriage condition
Counterweight secure

Mast & Lifting System

Chains (wear, lubrication, tension)
Rollers and guides
Smooth lifting/lowering
Tilt function
Hydraulic cylinders (leaks/damage)

Hydraulic System

Hoses condition (no leaks/cracks)
Pump operation
Fluid level/condition
Valve response

Power System

Fuel Type (Diesel/LPG/Elec.)
Engine condition
Fuel system leaks
Exhaust system
Cooling system
Electric
Battery condition & charge
Operating Hours
Cables/connectors
Charger function

Transmission & Brakes

Transmission operation
Drive axle condition
Service brake performance
Parking brake effectiveness

Steering System

Steering free play
Smooth operation
No leaks or abnormal noise

Wheels & Tires

Tire wear/damage
Correct type
Wheel nuts tight
Rim condition
Electrical system lights functioning
Horn working
Reverse alarm
Wiring condition
Battery isolation switch

Safety Features

Seat belt
Operator seat condition
Emergency stop
Fire extinguisher
Mirrors/visibility
Load backrest
Warning systems

Functional Test

Start/stop operation
Lifting & lowering
Steering response
Braking performance
Noise/vibration

Load Test (If required)

Rated load test
Stability check
No hydraulic drift
Acceptable fork deflection

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) (If required)

NDT performed on critical components (forks, mast, carriage, welds) using suitable methods (e.g., Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) / Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)).
Results acceptable (no cracks/defects), inspection conducted by certified personnel per ASNT.

Final Assessment

Pass / Fail / Conditional
Defects list

Deficiencies

Notes

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