Contents                     :           

Ø             Visual checks using

                                                                  v         Check list

                                                                  v         Hydraulic system

                                                                  v         Leaks

                                                                  v         Fluid levels

                                                                  v         Engine oil     

Ø             Operational checks

                                                                 v         Indicator lights and gauges

                                                                 v         Brakes

                                                                 v         Steering

                                                                 v         Carriage, forks and hydraulic control

                                                                 v         Battery connection

                                                                v         Safe refueling procedures 

Ø             Safe operation

                                                                v         Visibility

                                                                v         Weight

                                                                v         Height

                                                                v         Traction

                                                                v         Stability

                                                                v         Ramps and inclines

                                                                v         Steering

                                                                v         Forward turns

                                                                v         Handing loads

                                                                v         Safe driving