| Engine and hydraulic oil levels |
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| Tyre inflation pressures and general condition of tyres |
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| Hydraulic hose system for leaks (look for fresh oil stains on ground) and for pipes and hoses to be secured to prevent damage |
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| Grease/oil pivot points and moving parts where applicable |
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| Platform gate locking systems |
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| Condition of padding on the platform top rail to prevent impact injury |
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| Wheel nut tension |
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| Condition and tension of chains and sprockets (if applicable) |
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| Fuel level |
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| Exhaust for damage/holes that may contribute to excessive noise |
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| All controls, linkages and cables to be free from damage and operate smoothly and freely (e.g. engine speed, forward/reverse, luffing and slewing, steering controls) |
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| Travel brakes are operational |
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| Visually check stress areas such as boom mounts and boom and stabiliser bars for signs of cracking and fatigue |
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