Safety checklist — Aerial lift inspection
Pre-use inspection of boom lift or aerial work platform. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.
Exterior walk-around
16 items- ✓
Inspect tires — inflation, wear, cuts (or tracks if applicable)
- ✓
Check hydraulic hoses and fittings — no leaks
- ✓
Inspect boom sections — cracks, deformations, pins
- ✓
Check platform / basket condition — floor, guardrails, access gate
- ✓
Check fluid levels: hydraulic, engine, fuel, battery (if electric)
- ✓
Inspect outriggers / stabilizer pads — no deformation, correct locking
- ✓
Check capacity sticker and last annual inspection labelCritical
ℹ️ CSA B354: annual mechanical and structural inspection by qualified technician is mandatory
- ✓
Fire extinguisher present and charge verified
- ✓
Check overload / tilt detection devices if equipped
- ✓
Harness anchor points present and in good condition in platformCritical
ℹ️ CSTC: wearing a harness with lanyard attached to a platform anchor point is mandatory
- ✓
Test ground controls — all movements
- ✓
Test platform controls — raise, lower, swing, drive
- ✓
Check emergency descent operation (ground control)Critical
ℹ️ Emergency descent must be operable from the ground in case of emergency
- ✓
Test horn and travel alarm
- ✓
Check emergency stop button operation (ground and platform)
- ✓
Check platform auto-leveling system operation
Report / Sign-off
5 items- ✓
Record hourmeter reading
- ✓
Log any deficiency in the inspection register
- ✓
Report any major deficiency to supervisor immediatelyCritical
- ✓
Apply lockout tag if unsafeCritical
- ✓
Sign the inspection form
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Why daily inspection — Aerial lift
Aerial lifts are involved in numerous fall and tip-over incidents. CSA B354 and the CSTC require a documented pre-use inspection. Operators must check ground and platform controls, safety devices, base stability, and structural component condition.
Harness attachment to the basket anchor point is mandatory. Workers must never climb guardrails or use extensions to increase reach. Wind and power-line proximity must be assessed before each use.
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