Front-End Loader Safety Inspection
A safety inspection checklist for front-end loaders, covering the frame, cylinders, pins, bucket, and operator protection before each use.
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What is on this checklist
- Loader frame and mounts show no cracks
- Cylinders and hoses free of leaks
- Pins and bushings secure
- Bucket edge and teeth checked
- Quick attach locks fully
- Lift and lower function tested
- ROPS and seat belt in place
- Load carried low when moving
- Loader lowered at shutdown
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with OSHA and eXtension.
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