Machine preventive maintenance checklist

While all sections are important, pay special attention to lubrication checks, as insufficient lubrication causes a significant number of mechanical failures. Alignment issues can create cascading problems, so prioritize those inspections as well. For older equipment, the wear inspection section becomes increasingly critical. Customize priority areas based on your specific machinery’s known vulnerabilities.

This checklist works well within broader maintenance approaches like Total Productive Maintenance or Reliability-Centered Maintenance. Use it alongside condition monitoring for comprehensive coverage—the checklist catches visual issues while sensors monitor parameters like temperature or vibration. The documentation from completed checklists provides valuable historical data for predictive maintenance programs and helps justify equipment upgrade decisions.

Review your equipment manuals for manufacturer-recommended maintenance points and add them to the appropriate sections. Include equipment-specific parameters like acceptable temperature ranges or vibration levels. Consider your operating environment’s unique challenges and add relevant inspection points. The checklist’s structure allows easy modification while maintaining the critical focus areas of lubrication, alignment, and wear inspection.

Document the specific problem with photos if possible. For minor issues like low lubrication levels, address them immediately during the inspection. For alignment problems or significant wear, schedule necessary repairs and adjust production plans accordingly. Create a follow-up process to verify that identified issues are properly resolved and track recurring problems to identify underlying causes.