Safety checklist — Bulldozer inspection

Check tracks — tension, shoe wear, links, rollers

Inspect blade — cutting edge, mounting bolts, lift and tilt cylinders

Inspect ripper if equipped — teeth, pins, cylinder

Check hydraulic hoses and cylinders — no leaks

Check fluid levels: hydraulic, engine, transmission, coolant

Headlights, lights and beacon functional

Backup alarm functional

ROPS / FOPS structure intact — no deformationCritical

Fire extinguisher present and charge verified

Start — check gauges and warning lights

Test service and steering brakes

Test blade raise and lower

Test blade lateral tilt

Test ripper if equipped — raise and lower

Test travel — forward and reverse, all speeds

Check horn

Seat belt functional

Record hourmeter reading

Log any deficiency in the inspection register

Report any major deficiency to supervisorCritical

Apply lockout tag if unsafeCritical

Sign the inspection form