As a warehouse manager, you know that your forklifts are some of the most important vehicles for your operation. How can you avoid unnecessary costs and replacements, making sure your forklifts are running in tip-top shape? Review our forklift maintenance checklist to be sure you and your daily operators are doing everything you can to extend the life and condition of your equipment (all while ensuring the safety of your operation!). BEFORE EACH SHIFT In addition to regularly scheduled maintenance, you’ll want to have your forklift operators do daily checks to make sure that everything with your forklift is functioning properly. Before each shift, OSHA suggests that operators perform the following daily checks; if anything is marked as not functioning properly, you’ll want to be sure to have your forklift serviced by a qualified mechanic. Below is what OSHA lists on their daily checklist: PERFORMED WITH THE ENGINE OFF: Check for leaks: Whether it’s hydraulic oil