What checks must you do on equipment before using them?

What should the inspection cover?

• quick checks before use (eg electric cable condition on hand-held power tools, functional testing of brakes, lights on mobile machinery)
• weekly checks (eg presence of guarding, function of safety devices, tyre pressures, and the condition of windows, mirrors and CCTV on mobile plant)

Why do you need to carry out equipment checks before using the equipment?

Ongoing checks throughout the working day helps ensure the equipment is safe (i.e. achievement of purpose). It is also important to understand that if a supervisor identifies a problem that a worker did not identify, this does not mean the worker did not do the pre-start inspection, or they did it poorly.

How do you know if equipment is safe?

Check that the outer cover of the equipment is not damaged in a way that will give rise to electrical or mechanical hazards. Check for burn marks or staining that suggests the equipment is overheating. Position any trailing wires so that they are not a trip hazard and are less likely to get damaged.

What should you do before you use a hoist even if you are familiar with the equipment?

What checks should be in place?

1. Check 1 – Check the hoist has been serviced in the last 6 months.
2. Check 2 – Check the hoist unit is fully functional.
3. Check 3 – Check the sling is correct and in good condition.
4. Check 4 – Check the safe working load of the hoist is adequate for the transfer.

Why do we perform routine check up and maintenance of tools and equipment?

Performing routine inspections allow you to see and repair small damages before they become a big problem. Documenting these inspections and small repairs help you keep track of all the maintenance work that your equipment has undertaken, ensuring that each machine is in tip-top shape before putting them to work.

What are the 3 main areas you must check before using a hoist?

Here is our guide on what to check before using a ceiling track hoist to make sure your system is in tip-top condition.

• 1) HAVE YOU HAD TRAINING?
• 2) IS THE HOIST IN GOOD WORKING ORDER?
• 3) IS THE HOIST UNIT MOVING?
• 4) HOW DOES THE SLING LOOK?
• 5) DOES THE PERSON MIND BEING HOISTED?
• Summary.

What are the advantages of proper maintenance of tools and equipment?

5 Advantages of Proper Equipment Maintenance

• Increases equipment up-time.
• Enhances efficiency when running.
• Reduces overall costs.
• Improves the lifespan of the equipment.
• Maintains the value of the equipment.