Chapter 8 – Prestart Inspection
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Item Inspect For Ok
Operator’s Manual In place, all pages readable and intact
Electrical System
Battery fluid level Proper level
Battery terminals Clean, connectors tight
Batter charger Proper operation
Cables and wiring harness No wear or physical damage
Hydraulic System
Fluid level Between full and add marks with platform stowed
Hoses, tubes, and fittings No leaks, all fittings tight
Tires Good condition
Wheels All fasteners present with no signs of looseness
Parking Brakes Proper operation
Lower Control Station
Operating controls Proper operation
Emergency stop Shuts off lower controls
Lowering alarm Sounds when platform lowers
Level Sensor Sounds tilt alarm
Emergency Lowering Proper operation
Structures
Weldments – Chassis, mast, platform, etc. Welds intact, no damage or deformation
Front and rear mast bearings In place, no damage or deformation
Fasteners In place and tight
Upper Control Station
Guardrail system Welds intact, no damage or deformation
All fasteners in place, no loose or missing parts
Platform floor No damage or deformation
Clean to prevent slip and fall hazards
Lanyard anchors In place, no damage or deformation
Entry chain In place, no damage or deformation, proper operation
Brakes Proper operation
Operating controls Proper operation
Emergency stop Shuts off upper controls
Lowering alarm Sounds when platform lowers
Drive motion alarm Sounds when aerial platform moves
Placards and Decals In place and readable
Prestart Inspection Checklist
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