Run Aerial / Boom Lift Pre-Operation — Free

Inspection Setup and Documentation

Equipment identification recorded

Record unit ID, make/model, and serial number.

Inspection date and start time recorded critical (required)

Document when the pre-operation inspection was completed.

Operator/inspector identified and authorized critical (required)

Record the name or employee ID of the person performing the inspection and confirm they are authorized to operate or inspect the equipment.

General Condition and Walk-Around

No visible structural damage, cracks, bends, or missing components critical (required)

Yes No N/A

No hydraulic, fuel, or battery fluid leaks present critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Tires, wheels, and outriggers/leveling devices in serviceable condition critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Guardrails, gates, and platform entry chain/closure intact critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Platform deck, toe boards, and attachment points free of damage and debris critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Controls, Safety Devices, and Emergency Systems

Emergency stop functions at ground and platform controls critical (required)

Yes No N/A

All lift, lower, rotate, telescope, and drive controls operate smoothly and return to neutral critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Horn or audible warning device operates critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Tilt alarm, load-sensing, and other manufacturer-required warning devices function critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Platform and ground control labels, placards, and operating instructions legible critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Emergency lowering system operates as intended critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Power Source and Fluid Levels

Battery charge / fuel level adequate for planned work

Yes No N/A

Battery terminals, cables, and connectors secure and free of damage critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Engine oil, hydraulic oil, and coolant levels within manufacturer range critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Operational Test

Drive and steering function correctly at low speed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Boom articulation, extension, and platform leveling function correctly critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Brakes hold and machine stops as expected critical (required)

Yes No N/A

No unusual noise, vibration, smoke, or odor during operation critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Final Disposition

Unit cleared for service critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies documented and unit tagged out of service if needed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Note (optional)

Inspector signature critical (required)

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Run: Aerial / Boom Lift Pre-Operation

Inspection Setup and Documentation

General Condition and Walk-Around

Controls, Safety Devices, and Emergency Systems

Power Source and Fluid Levels

Operational Test

Final Disposition

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