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Lorry loader (HIAB) pre-use check
Checklist · Every day before use
The operator's check of a lorry-mounted crane before use: stabilisers, controls, rated capacity indicator, hook and its thorough examination.
Use it in Sitro: add it to a project and fill it on a phone, free for 14 days.
The law and guidance behind it
- Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), Regulations 4, 5 and 6 (suitability, maintenance, inspection)
- The manufacturer's instructions
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER), Regulations 4, 8 and 9
The questions
The machine
- Make, model and fleet number
- Operator
- Hour meter
Walk round
- No fluid leaks; oil, coolant and hydraulic levels right
- Tyres or tracks sound, wheel nuts tight
- No damage to the body, cab, guards or steps
- Glass, mirrors and cameras clean and unbroken
This machine
- Stabilisers extend, lock and have pads
- Rated capacity indicator or limiter works
- Hook and safety catch sound
- Wire rope or chain not damaged, kinked or worn
- Crane controls and emergency stop work
- Thorough examination (every 6 or 12 months) in date
Started up
- Lights, beacon and horn work
- Reversing alarm or warning device works
- Brakes and parking brake work
- Controls work and return to neutral
- Result
Sign-off
- Checked by the operator
- Date and time
- Signature
A template to adapt to your site, not legal advice.
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