Excavator Inspection Books - 25 Checklists

Ensuring the safe operation of excavators is a critical part of any construction or worksite safety programme. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), a robust system should include daily visual checks, routine inspections, and scheduled servicing. Operators must be encouraged to report any defects or problems immediately, and any excavator found to have a safety-critical issue must be taken out of service until repaired. Promptly addressing faults not only protects operators and other personnel but also helps prevent costly downtime and major equipment failures.

The Good to Go Safety Excavator Checklist System has been designed by industry experts to help organisations meet these essential safety requirements. By providing a structured pre-use inspection process, our checklist ensures that excavators are only used when fully safe and operational. The system covers all critical components of an excavator, including mechanical systems, hydraulics, electrical circuits, attachments, and structural integrity. Each checklist also includes guidance notes to assist operators in identifying potential issues and ensuring thorough inspections every time.

Our excavator checklist book allows operators to carry out pre-use inspections quickly and efficiently, helping to spot faults before they escalate into serious defects or safety hazards. After completing a checklist, the operator signs and dates it before placing the top copy into a Good to Go Safety Status Tag, which clearly displays the inspection status and date to all personnel. This visual system ensures that everyone on site can instantly see whether an excavator is safe to use. A duplicate carbon copy of each completed inspection is retained in the checkbook, providing a permanent record for management and demonstrating compliance with safety regulations.

To meet best practice and manufacturer guidance, a comprehensive safety programme should include:
Daily visual pre-use checks by operators.
Regular, more detailed inspections according to manufacturer recommendations.
Scheduled servicing and maintenance.
Immediate reporting and rectification of defects, particularly those affecting safety-critical components.

Each Good to Go Safety Excavator Check Book contains 25 individual pre-use inspection checklists covering all major mechanical and structural components. The book also includes practical guidance notes to remind operatives what to check and how to identify potential hazards. By combining a clear, structured inspection process with a visual tagging system, the Good to Go Safety Excavator Checklist reduces the risk of accidents, lowers maintenance costs, and ensures compliance with legal safety responsibilities.

This system provides peace of mind for operators, supervisors, and managers, creating a safety-first culture where every excavator is checked and documented before use, and records are maintained for accountability, audits, and regulatory compliance.