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Telehandler Pre-Use Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This checklist supports a thorough pre‑use inspection of telehandlers used on construction sites. It helps operators and supervisors confirm that the plant, its attachments, and the surrounding work area meet the safety standards required by UK law and best‑practice guidance.

The checklist is organised to address the ten‑dimension coverage framework: planning and documentation, competence of personnel, site conditions, plant and equipment condition, substances, personal protective equipment, collective safety measures, emergency and welfare provisions, and completion actions. Each question is a closed Yes/No/N/A item that can be quickly ticked during a daily walk‑around.

How to use this checklist: before starting any lift, the operator or appointed person should review each item, record the response, and only proceed if all critical items are answered ‘Yes’. Any ‘No’ or ‘N/A’ that indicates a deficiency must be rectified or escalated according to site procedures before work continues.

Use this checklist for:

  • Daily pre‑use inspections of telehandlers and their attachments
  • Verification of LOLER thorough‑examination certificates and PUWER compliance
  • Ensuring load‑chart limits and stabiliser deployment are observed
  • Confirming that emergency stops, alarms, and PPE are in place

Compliant with: PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998 and relevant HSE PUWER guidance and CPA Safe Use of Telehandlers guidance. Fully editable and shareable. Maintain records for audit.

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Checks covered in this Telehandler Pre-Use Inspection checklist

This Telehandler Pre-Use Inspection safety checklist template covers 21 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

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1Has a specific risk assessment for telehandler use been completed and communicated to the operator?
2Is the operator trained, competent, and authorised to operate this telehandler?
3Is the work area clear of obstructions, with stable ground and adequate lighting?
4Are weather conditions suitable for safe telehandler operation?
5Is the boom free of cracks, bends, or excessive wear?
6Are forks/attachments inspected for damage and securely fitted?
7Is the load chart available and does the intended load not exceed the rated capacity at the selected boom extension?
8Are ROPS/FOPS devices present, undamaged, and correctly engaged?
9Are the brakes, steering, and hydraulic controls operating smoothly without leaks?
10Is the stabiliser deployed and locked when required for the task?
11Is the horn, beacon, and any audible alarm functioning correctly?
12Does the telehandler have a current in‑date LOLER thorough‑examination certificate?
13Are all safety devices and interlocks inspected and found to be operational?
14Is appropriate PPE (hard hat, high‑visibility clothing, safety boots, gloves) being worn by the operator?
15Are exclusion zones, barriers, and signage in place to protect other workers?
16Is a first‑aid kit and emergency contact information readily accessible nearby?
17Are any hazardous substances being lifted covered by a COSHH assessment and correctly labelled?
18Is the operator aware of the emergency stop procedure and rescue plan for the telehandler?
19Is the plant's maintenance log up to date and available for review?
20Is the telehandler registration number and inspection stickers clearly displayed?
21Has the pre‑use checklist been signed and dated by the operator and supervisor?

Frequently asked questions

Are these safety checklist templates really free to download?

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What format do the safety checklists download in?

Checklists download as a professional PDF, ready to print and complete on-site — each question has clear Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space. You choose portrait or landscape at download. Word and spreadsheet formats are being added.

Can I customise the checklist questions to my workplace?

Yes — fully. Add your own questions, edit or remove any of the pre-written ones, and reorder them to suit your site, task or inspection before you download.

Are the safety checklists suitable for UK workplaces?

Yes. The checklists are written around UK health and safety good practice and HSE guidance, and are suitable for inspections, audits, toolbox checks and routine workplace monitoring.

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Can I add my company logo and branding to the checklist?

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How do I complete the checklist once it is downloaded?

The exported checklist is a blank, ready-to-use document: print it and tick Yes, No or N/A against each question and write any comments in the notes space, then sign and date it in the sign-off section.

What types of safety checklist can I create?

We are building specialist checklists across a wide range of subjects and industries — fire safety, workplace inspections, equipment and machinery checks, site inductions, vehicle checks, PPE, first aid and more. Browse by category to find the right one.

How often should safety checklists be completed?

It depends on the activity and your risk assessment — many checks are daily, weekly or monthly, while others are done before each task or shift. Completed, dated checklists provide a useful record of your monitoring.

Are the checklists a substitute for a risk assessment?

No. A checklist is a monitoring and inspection tool that complements your risk assessments and method statements — it helps confirm that controls are in place and working. Use them alongside your risk assessments.

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