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VISUAL INSPECTION
The first part of your pre-start check is the visual inspection. Walk
around the haul truck and carry out an external check and an
internal check.
EXTERNAL CHECK
During your external check you will need to:
Look for signs of damage, faults, defects such as oil leaks or other
leaky fluids.
Check the safety guards and covers, and warning signs.
Check all fluid levels including the windscreen washer tank,
hydraulic oil, coolant, greases, water, engine oil and fuel.
Ensure the hydraulic sight gauge is visible.
INTERNAL CHECK
The internal check involves a cabin check only DO
NOT move underneath the haul truck!
Check all instruments and gauges for worn levers,
gears.
Check gauges, computer systems, and general wear
and tear on any part of the cabin.
Check the logbook, running sheet, vehicle history,
and service sheets.
Ensure that safety devices and alarms are working
correctly.
Check all indicators, such as air filter restriction
indicators, lights, instruments, and horns.
Check for air-conditioning or climate control.
Check the control levers and instruments to make
sure they are operational, including any emergency
stop buttons, lever or controls.
Check and test the engine and the engine stop
functions and lights
FLUID LEVELS
Always check fluid levels are
correct for the machine. Fluids
could include:
Hydraulic, transmission and
engine oils.
Windscreen washer.
Coolants.
Brake fluid.
Fuel.
Battery.
Water.
HYDRAULICS
Check that the hydraulic oil storage
tank is not filled above the marked
fill line space is needed in the
system for the displacement of the
oil.
The hydraulic tank should be vented
to release any built up pressure.
If you notice a bulge, crack or leak in
any part of the hydraulic systems
(rams, hoses) it must be fixed
immediately.
Do not let the hydraulic oil make
contact with your skin. Oil under
pressure can pierce your skin.
BATTERY
Check the battery:
Condition.
Security.
Cleanliness.
AIR TANK
Ensure that the air tank is
drained, check the air
precleaner bowl and
replace it if necessary.
Also make sure that the
air filter indicator is at the
required levels.
TYRES
Check the pressure and condition
of all tyres before every shift. A
bent axle or wheel misalignment
could cause excessive or uneven
wear on tyres.
Tyres can be filled with nitrogen to
minimise the risk of explosions.
Strict controls and standards are
essential for this to be effective.
Check the operators manual for
the haul truck you are operating,
and also refer to your worksite
requirements and procedures.
POST-START OR OPERATIONAL
CHECKS
Post-start or operational checks are carried out while the vehicle is
running but before work is started. During these inspection procedures
your diagnostic skills will be needed again to check:
Post-Start Checks:
Seat and safety belt adjustment, park brake is on and gearing is in
neutral. ! The engine idles for the required amount of time this could
range from 3 to 10 minutes depending upon the individual machine. !
External signs of oil or fluid leaks it is common for the start-up process
to cause a leak through hoses breaking. Also check for bulges in hydraulic
hoses. ! Gauges, alarms and warning devices are located, identified and
operating correctly. Any display instrumentation used needs to be
checked. ! Hydraulic controls are operational, attachments move correctly.
! Monitor the temperatures of oil, engines and accessories. !