Run Warehouse Order Picker Pre-Shift Inspection — Free

Pre-Use Safety Readiness

Operator is authorized and trained for this order picker critical (required)

Verify the operator has current authorization and training for the specific equipment model.

Yes No N/A

Pre-shift inspection area is clear and equipment is parked safely critical (required)

Equipment should be in a safe, stable position for inspection with no obstruction to access.

Yes No N/A

Manufacturer’s operating manual and safety decals are present and legible

Confirm required labels, warnings, and operating instructions are visible and readable.

Yes No N/A

No active lockout-tagout or out-of-service tag present critical (required)

Do not operate equipment that is tagged out or otherwise restricted from service.

Yes No N/A

Platform, Guardrails, and Fall Protection

Platform surface is clean, dry, and free of cracks, deformation, or loose material critical (required)

Check for damage, contamination, or conditions that could cause slipping or instability.

Yes No N/A

Platform gate or entry barrier closes and latches securely critical (required)

Gate/barrier must function properly and remain secured during use.

Yes No N/A

Guardrails are intact, secure, and free of missing fasteners or damage critical (required)

Inspect top rail, mid-rail, and attachment points for looseness, bends, or breaks.

Yes No N/A

Harness and lanyard are present, correctly fitted, and free of visible damage critical (required)

Inspect webbing, stitching, buckles, D-ring, and connectors for wear, cuts, fraying, or distortion.

Yes No N/A

Chains, Mast, and Structural Components

Chains are evenly tensioned and show no broken links, rust buildup, or excessive wear critical (required)

Look for elongation, corrosion, kinks, or signs of improper lubrication.

Yes No N/A

Mast, uprights, and carriage show no cracks, bends, or visible damage critical (required)

Inspect all visible structural members for deformation, weld failure, or impact damage.

Yes No N/A

Pins, retainers, and mounting hardware are present and secure critical (required)

Verify that critical hardware is in place and not loose, missing, or damaged.

Yes No N/A

Controls, Brakes, and Safety Devices

Emergency stop functions properly critical (required)

Test the emergency stop according to site procedure and confirm it stops motion as intended.

Yes No N/A

Forward/reverse, lift/lower, and travel controls operate smoothly and return to neutral critical (required)

Controls should respond predictably without sticking, delay, or unintended movement.

Yes No N/A

Brakes, steering, and directional controls respond normally critical (required)

Confirm the unit can be controlled safely and stops as expected.

Yes No N/A

Horn, alarm, and other warning devices operate correctly

Audible warnings must be functional for pedestrian awareness and safe operation.

Yes No N/A

Battery, charger connection, and power indicators show normal condition

Check for loose connections, damaged cords, leaks, overheating, or abnormal indicator lights.

Yes No N/A

Tilt Sensor, Interlocks, and Final Operating Check

Tilt sensor or tilt alarm activates as designed critical (required)

Verify the tilt warning or shutdown function responds according to manufacturer requirements.

Yes No N/A

Interlocks prevent unsafe movement when platform or gate is not in the proper position critical (required)

Confirm safety interlocks are working and no bypass condition is present.

Yes No N/A

No visible leaks, unusual noises, or abnormal vibration during test operation critical (required)

Perform a brief functional test and stop immediately if any abnormal condition is observed.

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies and Release to Service

Deficiencies documented and reported to supervisor or maintenance critical (required)

Record all non-conformances, including the specific component affected and the observed condition.

Yes No N/A

Equipment removed from service if any critical item failed critical (required)

Unsafe equipment must not be used until repaired and cleared for service.

Yes No N/A

Inspector signature critical (required)

Inspector confirms the pre-shift inspection was completed accurately.

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Run: Warehouse Order Picker Pre-Shift Inspection

Pre-Use Safety Readiness

Platform, Guardrails, and Fall Protection

Chains, Mast, and Structural Components

Controls, Brakes, and Safety Devices

Tilt Sensor, Interlocks, and Final Operating Check

Deficiencies and Release to Service

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