According to OSHA
Many pre-operation forklift inspections are neglected or poorly documented. Inspections assist companies in being proactive and thorough in their warehouses. Documenting inspections is considered to be in the best interest of owners and employees. Documenting equipment inspections protects your firm and reduces non-compliance fines. Proper pre-operation inspection practices are proven means of avoiding injury and death. Assures your firm has inspection documentation accessible for OSHA when/if safety concerns arise.