Safety checklist — Boom truck inspection

Pre-operation inspection of articulating or telescopic boom truck. Based on Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.

Exterior walk-around

17 items
  • Check tires — pressure, wear, wheel nuts (all wheels)

  • Inspect wire ropes — broken strands, crushing, corrosionCritical

  • Inspect hook — throat wear, safety latch

  • Check boom sections — cracks, deformations, pins

  • Inspect outriggers — cylinders, pads, locking

  • Check hydraulic hoses and fittings — no leaks

  • Check fluid levels: hydraulic, engine, PTO

  • Load chart readable and in place in cabCritical

  • Headlights, lights, beacon and backup alarm functional

  • Fire extinguisher present, documents on board (license, SAAQ)

  • Start — engage PTO — check gauges

  • Test outriggers — full deployment and locking

  • Test winch — raise, lower, brake

  • Test boom telescoping and swing

  • Check rated capacity limiter (RCL)Critical

  • Test upper hook limit switch

  • Check horn and swing alarm

Report / Sign-off

5 items
  • Record hours and mileage

  • Log any deficiency in the inspection register

  • Report any major deficiency to supervisorCritical

  • Apply lockout tag if unsafeCritical

  • Sign the inspection form

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For information only — this is not legal advice. OK Sécurité is an independent company with no affiliation to the CNESST: we are not mandated, endorsed or certified by it. Completing a checklist here does not by itself establish your compliance — your exact obligations depend on your job site and your prevention program. Where there is any discrepancy, the official text published by Légis Québec or the CNESST prevails.

Why daily inspection — Boom truck

Boom trucks combine road-vehicle and crane risks. Vehicle: SAAQ circle check if GVWR applies. Crane: CSTC 2.15.1 e) and 2.15.5 / 2.15.7.2. That is not one named “dual inspection” duty. Outriggers must be deployed per load charts before any lift.

Knuckle-boom cranes have variable load zones depending on extension and angle. Operators must know their crane's limits and never exceed rated capacity. Overhead-line proximity is a major risk during boom deployment on urban sites.

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