OSHA · ASME B56.1
Forklift Inspections
Visual and operational forklift inspections meeting OSHA and ASME B56.1 & B56.6 requirements, with on-site written report.
Although forklifts are designed to perform rugged tasks, each use creates opportunity for damage. We perform a visual inspection of the general condition and an operational check to test proper functioning. If our qualified personnel notice anything that may affect normal operation, it will be noted in a written report issued on-site. All inspections meet or exceed the requirements of OSHA and ASME B56.1 & B56.6.
Inspection Program
- Fire extinguisher present and charged
- Engine oil level, fuel level, radiator water level (LPG, gas, and diesel forklifts)
- Battery securely in place
- Cables for exposed wires
- Hold-downs or brackets
- Bolts, nuts, guards, chains, or hydraulic hose reels — not damaged, missing, or loose
- Wheels and tires — not excessively worn or damaged
- Forks — not bent or cracked
- Positioning latches in good working condition
- Carriage teeth — not broken, chipped, or worn
- Chain anchor pins — not worn, loose, or bent
- No damp spots or drips that may indicate a leak
- Hoses held securely — not loose, crimped, worn, or rubbing
- Horn working and loud enough to be heard in the working environment; other warning devices operational
- Floor brake: pedal holds, unit stops smoothly
- Parking brake: holds against slight acceleration
- Dead-man seat brake: holds when operator rises from seat
- Clutch and gearshift: shifts smoothly with no jumping or jerking
- Dash control panel: all lights and gauges operational
- Steering: moves smoothly
- Lift mechanism: operates smoothly (checked by raising forks to maximum height then lowering completely)
- Tilt mechanism: moves smoothly and holds (checked by tilting mast all the way forward and backward)
- Cylinders and hoses: not leaking after above checks
- No unusual sounds
We also conduct a load test to verify the hydraulic system and confirm the unit will not drift under load.