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