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Motor Grader Pre-Start Checklist

Daily plant inspection: complete before first use each shift. Do not operate if any FAIL item is present.

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Grader Details
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Inspection Items - Page 1 of 2

Mark: P = Pass  |  F = Fail  |  N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F. Do not operate if any F is present until rectified and signed off by supervisor.

# Check Item P F N/A Notes / Action
A - Cab & ROPS
1ROPS/FOPS structure: no cracks, bends, loose bolts or modificationN/A
2Cab glazing: no cracks or breakage; visibility clear in all directionsN/A
3Seatbelt: operational, not frayed, buckle latches securelyN/A
4Mirrors: mounted securely, positioned correctly, cleanN/A
5Horn: test and confirm operationalN/A
6Backup / reversing alarm: test and confirm audibleN/A
7Gauges and warning lights: all functional; no fault codes at startupN/A
8Fire extinguisher: present, charged, within service date, accessibleN/A
B - Blade & Moldboard
9Cutting edge: adequate thickness remaining; no cracks or bent sectionsN/A
10End bits: in place, not excessively worn, bolts secureN/A
11Blade bolts: all present, no looseness or missing boltsN/A
12Moldboard: no cracks, severe warping or deformationN/A
13Scarifier / ripper: tines not excessively worn; pins and retaining bolts secure (if fitted)N/A
C - Circle & Turntable
14Ring gear teeth: no broken, chipped or excessively worn teethN/A
15Circle rotation: smooth through full range; no binding or jerkingN/A
16Drawbar and ball stud: no cracks, excessive wear or loosenessN/A
17Circle drive motor and gearbox: no visible oil leaks; no abnormal noiseN/A
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Mark: P = Pass  |  F = Fail  |  N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F.

# Check Item P F N/A Notes / Action
D - Engine & Fluids
18Engine oil: at correct level; no milky or contaminated oilN/A
19Coolant: at correct level; no visible leaks from hoses or radiatorN/A
20Hydraulic oil: at correct level in sight glass; no leaks at hoses or fittingsN/A
21Fuel: adequate for shift; no fuel leaks from tank or linesN/A
22DEF / AdBlue: at correct level (where applicable)N/A
23Air filter restriction indicator: green / not in red zoneN/A
24Battery: terminals clean, secure, no corrosionN/A
E - Tyres & Brakes
25Tyre pressure: all tyres at correct pressure; no visible cuts, bulges or sidewall damageN/A
26Wheel nuts: no visible loose, missing or sheared studsN/A
27Parking brake: engages and holds; indicator light active when setN/A
28Service brake: responsive; machine slows smoothly; no unusual noiseN/A
29Tandem drive chain: visible portion shows no obvious elongation or damage (where accessible)N/A
F - Steering & Hydraulics
30Front axle lean: cycles left and right correctly; no binding or abnormal playN/A
31Articulation: pivots smoothly through full range; no excessive play in jointN/A
32Hydraulic cylinders and hoses: no visible leaks at blade lift, side-shift, or circle cylindersN/A
G - Lights & Safety Devices
33Headlights, work lights and indicators: all operationalN/A
34Rotating beacon / strobe: fitted and operationalN/A
35Walk-around: no fluid leaks on ground; no objects under or near machine; ground conditions suitableN/A
Overall Result
PASS: fit for operation ACTION REQUIRED: see defects FAIL: do not operate

Defects & Action Required

Item # Defect Description Action Taken / Reported to Rectified by / Date

Declaration

I declare that I have completed this pre-start inspection of the above motor grader. I have reported all defects and will not operate the grader if any defect affects safe operation. I confirm I hold the required competencies to operate this plant.

Operator Sign-off
Signature
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Date & time
Supervisor Acknowledgement
Signature
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Date