1. Standard Work Instruction: MHE Pre-Trip
Original Date: January 24, 2017
Version number: v1.0
Revision Date:
MHE Pre-Trip
This document will provide guidance on how to complete a pre-trip inspection for the most common Material Handling Equipment (MHE) in use in our facilities today.
ORDER PICKER INSPECTION – Using MHE Inspection Checklist, verify the following items are in operational condition
Open Hood (PPE Required)
Inspect hoses for fluid leaks
Inspect cables and hoses for signs of damage
Verify battery water level is OK
Ensure battery vent caps are in place
Close hood
Proceed around Lift Truck in counter-clockwise direction
6. Inspect Lift Chains for damage
7. Verify that Battery Retainers on both sides of the truck are properly installed
8. Verify that both forks are secure and free of bends, cracks and excessive wear
9. See that all wheels are in good condition
Enter Operator Compartment
10. Inspect your harness, tether, snap hooks and mounting points for signs of damage or
excessive wear
Put on safety harness and fasten tether.
11. Verify the Safety Shield/Cage is clean and clear of obstructions
Turn Power to Test Position
12. Verify that alarm and all display lights are working
13. Test Horn
14. Verify lights/fans are operational (where applicable)
15. Verify that Flashing light on hood is operational
16. Verify that power disconnect works
Turn Power to On Position
17. Test hydraulic functions by raising and lowering the unit
18. Check steering for smooth easy operation
19. Drive truck slowly in both forward and reverse
20. Drive truck thru full speed range in forward and reverse
21 .Check braking and plugging distances in forward and reverse
22. Test pallet clamp for proper operation
Note any defects on MHE Board and inspection checklist; if equipment is unsafe to operate follow lock-out/tag-out procedure.

2. Standard Work Instruction: MHE Pre-Trip
Original Date: January 24, 2017
Version number: v1.0
Revision Date:
MHE Pre-Trip
This document will provide guidance on how to complete a pre-trip inspection for the most common Material Handling Equipment (MHE) in use in our facilities today.
SIT-DOWN FORKLIFT INSPECTION – Using MHE Inspection Checklist, verify the following items are in operational condition
Open Engine Compartment
Check Engine Oil level
Inspect hoses for fluid leaks
Check belts for tears and/or excessive wear
Inspect Transmission Fluid level
Close Engine Compartment
Proceed around Forklift in counter-clockwise direction
6. Ensure engine compartment is properly secured
7. Check propane tank (PPE required)
Verify tank level (replace as needed)
Check hose connections
Inspect for leaks
8. See that all wheels/tires are in good condition
9. Verify that both forks are secure and free of bends, cracks and excessive wear
10. Check hydraulic hoses for fluid leaks
11. Inspect Lift Chains for Damage
Enter Operator Compartment
12. Inspect Seatbelt for tears/damage
13. Secure Seatbelt
Turn Ignition to Accessory
14. Verify that alarm and all display lights are working
15. Test Horn
16. Verify lights/fans are operational (where applicable)
Turn Ignition to On
17. Verify parking brake is operational
18. Test hydraulic functions
19. Test fork attachment for proper functionality (where applicable)
20. Disengage parking brake
21. Check steering for smooth easy operation
22. Drive forklift slowly in both forward and reverse
23. Drive truck thru full speed range in forward and reverse
24. Check braking distances in forward and reverse
Note any defects on MHE Board and inspection checklist; if equipment is unsafe to operate follow lock-out/tag-out procedure.