Safety checklist — Scissor lift inspection

Check tires / wheels — pressure, wear (or tracks if applicable)

Inspect scissor mechanism — cracks, pins, pivot points

Check hydraulic hoses and cylinders — no leaks

Inspect platform guardrails — gate, chain or bar in place

Check platform floor — non-slip surface, no damage

Check battery charge (if electric) or engine fluid levels

Capacity sticker and structural-inspection label if PEMP (2.15.16)Critical

ℹ️ CSTC 2.15.16: B354.7 structural inspection at 10 years, then every 5 — not annual.

Check tilt and overload detection sensors if equipped

Test ground controls — raise, lower, drive

Test platform controls — raise, lower, drive

Check emergency descent operation (ground control)Critical

Test emergency stop button (ground and platform)

Check horn and travel alarm

Test parking brakes

Check automatic platform leveling

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