MOBILE CRANE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

CRANE INFORMATION
TYPE CAPACITY

MANUFACTURER DATE

GENERAL APPEARANCE YES NO COMMENTS

Is the crane in good condition and clean
Are the accessories properly stored
Are the storage containers clean and well organized
MECHANICAL YES NO COMMENTS
Check Fluid Levels: Engine Oil
Hydraulic Oil
Battery Fluid
Radiator Coolant
Fuel
Are pressure gauges operational
Is the windscreen clean with good visibility
Are all steps and handles free of grease
Is the crane deck tidy and clean of oil spills
Have all operational functions of crane been checked
HYDRAULICS YES NO COMMENTS
Are hoses in good condition
Are there any leaks in hoses or cylinders
PNEUMATICS YES NO COMMENTS
Are hoses in good condition
Are there any leaks in hoses or valves
ELECTRICAL YES NO COMMENTS
Is wiring in good condition
Are lights operational
SAFETY SYSTEMS YES NO COMMENTS
Is a level gauge installed
Is main horn operational
Is Safe Working Load displayed
Is a height-limiting device fitted on all lines, with automatic shutdown
Are load/radius charts displayed
Are overboom/underboom stops available
Are load limiting devices operational
Is a boom angle indicator available that can be seen by the operator
LIFTING GEAR YES NO COMMENTS
Has winch been certified in last 12 months (including load test)
Are brakes adequately rated for SWL
Do brakes apply on loss of power
Is a warning displayed to check failsafe brake application before using
Have brakes been serviced in last 3 months
Do 5 turns of cable remain on drum when hook is in contact with the ground
Is cable of correct type and size for winch
Is cable properly terminated
Is the hook rating adequate for SWL
Is the hook in good condition (incl. swivel, safety latch)
Do operating levers return to neutral position when released
Are operating levers clearly labeled
Are slings/chains tagged, certified with tags
Are slings/chains in good condition
Are sheaves in good condition
Check for missing or damaged hardware like bolts, cotter pins, snap rings
Are all safety guards installed

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CERTIFICATION OF CRANE YES NO COMMENTS

Has crane been load tested in last 12 months
Is valid certificate available
TRAINING YES NO COMMENTS
Is crane operator qualified
Is operator knowledgeable
MOBILE CRANES YES NO COMMENTS
Is the “Fasten Seat Belt” sign posted in English
Does crane operator have a license
Are all fitted tires in good condition and all tire bolts present and tight
Are the following in good working condition: Lights and Indicators
Brakes including parking brake
Windscreen wiper including washer
Rearview mirrors (left & right)
Reversing light & alarm
Flashing light
Is swing lock device operational
Are outriggers and landing pads in good condition, no visible leaks
Are the following available: Reflective emergency triangle
Warning Decals
 Outrigger control functions
 Hand Signals
 Electrocution warning hazard
Reflective marker on the rear of crane
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher in cab and on platform
COMMENTS

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