Lesson 1Responding to serious faults: immediate actions, isolating equipment, lockout/tagout basics, notifying supervisor and maintenance, arranging safe transfer of loads if requiredIt explains what to do when big problems are found, like stopping work, separating the machine, using simple lockout or tagout, telling the boss and repair team, and moving loads safely if needed.
Spot problems that need stoppingPark, lower forks and tie down the machinePut on simple lockout or tagoutTell boss and repair peopleMove hanging loads safelyWrite down the problem and what was doneLesson 2Complete walkaround checklist: forks, carriage, mast, chains, lift hydraulics, tilt cylindersIt covers walking around the forklift fully, looking at forks, carriage, mast, chains, and water parts. You will learn to see damage, wear, leaks, and wrong positions that make lifting unsafe.
Check forks for breaks, bends and wearLook at fork locks and stopsCheck carriage plate and load backrestLook at mast rails, rollers and weldsCheck chains, anchors and even pullLook at tilt and lift cylinders for leaksLesson 3Safety labeling and data plate verification: capacity plate reading, load center understanding, warning labels legibilityIt shows how to find and read the info plate, understand load limit and center, and make sure all safety and warning labels are there, clear, and right for the tools and place.
Find and read the machine info plateUnderstand load limit and centerCheck tool info on plateLook at warning and danger label spotsMake sure labels are clear and in right languageSpot missing or broken labelsLesson 4Recording and reporting defects: how to fill inspection forms, digital logs, tagging out-of-service equipmentIt teaches how to write down check findings on paper or computer forms, mark unsafe machines out, and tell about problems clearly so fixes are done before using again.
Use daily check lists rightWrite problems with clear wordsAdd photos or computer proofTag and mark machines not for useTell about big problems right awayFollow up on fix done statusLesson 5Battery and electrical system checks: battery state of charge, connector integrity, cable insulation, vent caps, electrolyte level checks (where applicable)It describes checking the drive battery and electric parts, including charge level, connectors, cables, cover, vent tops, water levels if needed, and signs of too hot or damage.
Check battery charge signsLook at connectors for damage or sparksCheck cable paths and cover wearMake sure vent tops and covers are tightLook at water levels where okaySpot leaks, rust or hot placesLesson 6Brake system checks: parking brake, service brakes, brake fluid level indications, pedal feelIt covers checks of work and parking brakes, including pedal feel, move, hold power, and warning signs, making sure the forklift stops and holds well on flat and sloped ground.
Check parking brake hold on slopeCheck work brake stop distanceCheck pedal feel and free moveLook at brake warning signsListen for grind or squeak soundsSpot signs of water leaksLesson 7Steering, controls and operator aids: steering mechanism, joystick/levers, horn, lights, mirrors, seat and seatbeltIt deals with checks of steering, main controls, and driver helps like mirrors, seat, and belt, making sure they are there, set right, and work for safe, exact machine running.
Check steering wheel or handle free moveTest control sticks or joystick answerMake sure horn and light switches workLook at mirrors and set for seeCheck seat state and setLook at seatbelt state and lockLesson 8Pre-start functional tests: horn, lights, direction, lift/lower/tilt function under no-load conditionsIt focuses on checks before starting with no load, including horn, lights, go direction, steering, and water lift, lower, tilt works, making sure smooth, expected and safe running.
Test horn and sound warningsCheck head lights, brake and warning lightsMake sure forward and back choiceConfirm steering answer and free moveTest lift, lower and tilt with no loadListen for wrong sounds or shakeLesson 9Wheel and tire checks: wear, cuts, correct inflation (where applicable) and load-bearing conditionIt explains checking wheels and tires for wear, cuts, chunks, flat spots, air if needed, and load hold state, making sure the machine holds rated loads safe and as expected.
Know tire types on the machineCheck tread wear and left depthLook for cuts, chunks and flat spotsCheck air on air tiresCheck rims and wheel fastenersSpot tires not fit for use
