Run Scissor Lift Pre-Operation — Free

Inspection Setup

Equipment identification recorded

Record the unit ID, make/model, and location.

Inspection date and time recorded

Document when the pre-operation inspection was completed.

Operator/inspector authorized and trained critical (required)

Inspector confirms they are authorized to perform the pre-use check and operate the lift if needed.

Yes No N/A

Chassis and Base

Chassis free of visible cracks, deformation, or missing hardware critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Wheels, tires, and casters in serviceable condition critical (required)

Check for cuts, flat spots, loose components, or abnormal wear.

Yes No N/A

Hydraulic system free of visible leaks critical (required)

Inspect hoses, fittings, cylinders, and the base area for fluid leakage.

Yes No N/A

Battery or power source secure and undamaged critical (required)

Verify battery compartment, cables, connectors, and charging components are secure and free of damage.

Yes No N/A

Platform, Deck, and Guardrails

Platform deck clean, dry, and free of slip/trip hazards critical (required)

Check for debris, oil, tools, loose materials, or standing liquid on the deck.

Yes No N/A

Guardrails, mid-rails, and toe boards intact and secure critical (required)

Verify all required platform edge protection is present, properly installed, and not damaged.

Yes No N/A

Gate or access chain closes and latches properly critical (required)

Confirm the entry point secures fully and does not create an opening during use.

Yes No N/A

Platform extension deck, if equipped, operates and locks correctly critical (required)

Inspect extension deck movement, locking mechanism, and condition.

Yes No N/A

Controls and Safety Devices

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

Test both emergency stop devices for proper operation.

Yes No N/A

All control switches, joysticks, and buttons operate smoothly critical (required)

Check for sticking, delayed response, or unintended movement.

Yes No N/A

Up/down, drive, and steer functions respond correctly critical (required)

Verify the lift raises, lowers, drives, and steers as expected without abnormal noise or movement.

Yes No N/A

Alarm, horn, and warning indicators function critical (required)

Confirm audible and visual warning devices operate properly.

Yes No N/A

Final Safety Check

No unresolved deficiency or non-conformance identified critical (required)

If any item failed, the lift must be removed from service and tagged out until repaired and re-inspected.

Yes No N/A

Inspection completed and signed critical (required)

Inspector signs to confirm the pre-operation inspection was completed.

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Run: Scissor Lift Pre-Operation

Inspection Setup

Chassis and Base

Platform, Deck, and Guardrails

Controls and Safety Devices

Final Safety Check

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