Demo Hire (hire package)DEMO-HR02

Prestart: Demo Lift Co DS-12 scissor (DEMO-HR02)

Before you start (1)

Open defect: Platform extension deck is stiff to slide out. Machine is safe to use.

Your name

Your name and signature record who did this check. They do not prove a licence.

Hour meter reading

Read it off the machine's hour meter, in hours. Last reading: 467 h.

Location (optional)

Walk-around checks 39 questions

Fluids: oil level OK?

Yes No Unsure

Fluids: coolant level OK?

Yes No Unsure

Fluids: hydraulic level OK?

Yes No Unsure

Greasing: when was it last done?

Grease points are due every 3 days or 30 machine hours, whichever comes first.

Today Yesterday 2+ days ago

Safety devices present and working?

Seat belt, ROPS/FOPS, guards, horn, mirrors.

Yes No Unsure

Paperwork on board?

SWMS, risk assessment and operator manual.

Yes No

Defects from the previous shift noted and actioned?

Yes No N/A

Mains power disconnected: charger and extension leads unplugged

Unplug before you check or operate the machine.

Yes No N/A

Maker's operating instructions on the machine: read and understood

Yes No Unsure

Chain and cable mechanisms: not slack, no damage

Yes No Unsure

Chassis, scissor arms and legs: no cracks or damage, pins and bolts secure

Include keeper plates and pins, and the level bubble if fitted.

Yes No Unsure

Tyres, wheels, wheel nuts, castors and steering linkages: correct and secure

Most have solid or foam-filled tyres.

Yes No Unsure

Hydraulic hoses and fuel system: no leaks or damage

Look for puddles on the ground.

Yes No Unsure

Cables, wiring, limit switches and charger: no damage

Yes No Unsure

ELCB test button and test tag: working and in date

Yes No Unsure

Warning, operation and safe working load signs: present and readable

Include the electrical hazard decal, controls and wind rating.

Yes No Unsure

Safe working load plate: fitted and readable

Yes No Unsure

Harness, lanyard and energy absorber: no damage, anchor points secure

Yes No Unsure

Platform floor, handrails and gates: secure, gates self-close, floor clear

If a rail is loose or a gate will not close, choose No.

Yes No

Slide-out deck: moves smoothly and latches

Yes No Unsure

Controls: undamaged and return to neutral when released

Yes No Unsure

Control gaiters and seals: not worn, split or perished

Look at the ground controls and the platform controls.

Yes No Unsure

Any other pre-start checks the maker asks for: done

Yes No Unsure

Last inspection tag or record: in date

The maintenance summary (3-monthly, annual and major inspections) is kept in the logbook.

Yes No Unsure

Emergency stops and deadman: machine stops at both upper and lower controls

Allow for the time delay before the machine stops.

Yes No

Ground controls: raise, lower and drive work

Yes No Unsure

Platform controls: every movement works

Yes No Unsure

Safety features and lockouts: outriggers, cut-outs, speed change-over, pothole

Mark off the ones this machine does not have.

Yes No Unsure

Brakes: no excessive run-on when tested

Some machines have a time delay before the brakes apply. Test slowly in a clear area. If it does not stop or hold, choose No.

Yes No

Emergency descent and operator retrieval: works, then set back to normal

Test from the ground. Return the valve or control to the normal operating position.

Yes No

Flashing lights and audible alarms: working

Yes No Unsure

Any other operating checks the maker asks for: done

Yes No Unsure

Tilt alarm: sounds when the machine is beyond its slope limit

Yes No Unsure

Overload alarm and load sensing: working

Yes No Unsure

Secondary guarding system: in place and working

Mark it off if the machine has none.

Yes No Unsure

Ground where you will raise the platform: firm and level

Choose N/A if you are not raising it yet.

Yes No N/A

Overhead power lines: checked and kept clear of the work area

Choose N/A if you are not raising it yet.

Yes No N/A

Battery: charged, terminals clean, no leaks or damaged cables

Yes No Unsure

Fuel level: enough for the job

Leaks are covered by the hydraulic hose and fuel system check.

Yes No Unsure

Sign off Demo Lift Co DS-12 scissor (DEMO-HR02)

Any new defects to report?

Describe anything wrong. Leave blank if nothing.

Machine safe to operate?

Choose No if you have any doubt. The machine will be tagged out.

Yes No

Sign with your finger

A drawn signature is required. Use your finger or a stylus in the box. If you cannot sign here, ask the person in charge of this machine to help you before you start.

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