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Plant Operators Daily Checklist

by Jade Slabs, from the Community

Use this plant operators daily checklist to complete pre-start inspections of excavators, bobcats, and other plant before work. Verify tyre or track condition, body and fasteners, blades and accessories, safety switches, gauges, and seat belts. Check engine, hydraulic and coolant levels, leaks, radiators, DPF, and air cleaners. Confirm brakes, lights, indicators, and refueling needs. Record defects with dates reported and fixed to maintain safe, compliant operations.

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