Safety checklist — Compactor / roller inspection
Pre-operation inspection of compactor or roller. Compliant with Québec's Construction Safety Code (CSTC) and CNESST standards.
Exterior walk-around
15 items- ✓
Inspect drum(s) — cracks, dents, padfoot wear if equipped
- ✓
Check rear tires (if combination roller) — pressure, wear
- ✓
Check hydraulic hoses and cylinders — no leaks
- ✓
Check fluid levels: hydraulic, engine, coolant
- ✓
Inspect drum water spray system — nozzles clear
- ✓
Headlights, lights, beacon and backup alarm functional
- ✓
ROPS structure intact — no deformationCritical
- ✓
Fire extinguisher present and charge verified
- ✓
Start — check gauges and warning lights
- ✓
Test service and parking brakes
- ✓
Test steering
- ✓
Test vibration system — start, stop, amplitude adjustment
- ✓
Test travel — forward and reverse
- ✓
Check horn and backup alarm
- ✓
Seat belt functional
Report / Sign-off
5 items- ✓
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