Preventive maintenance checklist

When you discover an issue, document it thoroughly with photos if possible, then categorize it by severity. Address critical safety concerns immediately by taking equipment offline. For less urgent matters, schedule repairs during planned downtime. Always follow up to verify repairs were completed properly and update your maintenance records accordingly.

You can customize this checklist by adding equipment-specific inspection points based on manufacturer recommendations. Include detailed instructions for specialized components, appropriate measurement values where applicable, and equipment-specific safety protocols. Consider adding a section for recording measurements or readings that can be tracked over time to identify trends.

Begin by consulting equipment manuals for manufacturer specifications. Take initial readings when equipment is functioning optimally, documenting temperatures, pressures, vibration levels, and electrical readings. These baselines will serve as comparison points for future inspections. Consider having an experienced technician validate these initial readings before establishing them as your reference standards.

You can use this checklist as part of your regulatory compliance program by ensuring it covers all inspection points required by relevant regulations. Add specific compliance-related checks if needed. Consistently completing and storing checklists provides documentation that demonstrates your diligence in maintaining safe equipment operation when regulatory agencies conduct audits or investigations.