POLICIES & RECORDS
Workshop machinery checklist - sheet 1
A basic checklist can be utilised to ensure that safety mechanisms provided on machinery are
fully functional. We recommend that such checks are carried out weekly and where the results
of the checks require action, that a defects control sheet is also completed.
Machine type and location: …………...............………Checklist number: ………………………...........
No
Item
1.
Are all machinery electrical isolation switches in good condition?
2.
Are all machinery electrical controls functioning properly,
i.e. on/off switches etc.?
3.
Do all electrical cables appear to be in good condition with
no signs of damage such as fraying etc.?
4.
Are all emergency stop buttons fully functional, i.e. will stop
the machine if operated?
5.
Are all fixed and interlocked guards in place and in a good
state of repair?
6.
Are there any signs that guards have been tampered with
since the last inspection?
7.
Where guards have been modified, e.g. for an abnormal
production run etc. has this been carried out by a competent
person, and do such modifications still provide the relevant
level of safety for the operator?
8.
Is there evidence that machine operators wear the appropriate
personal protective equipment (PPE) when using the machine,
e.g. eye protection, foot protection etc.?
9.
Are all tools and workpieces fitted to the machine secure before
the machine is started up and are they checked at regular
intervals during use?
10.
Is the floor area around the machine free from obstructions
that may cause trips and falls?
11.
Is the floor area around the machine free from oils, grease etc.
that could cause a slipping hazard?
12.
Have operators been instructed not to leave machinery running
when they are not in attendance?
13.
Is there a maintenance schedule in place for the machine,
indicating the last maintenance check?
14.
Are operating instructions available for machine users to
assist with setting up and use etc.?
15.
Are all staff wearing the appropriate PPE?
Y
N
N/A
Check carried out by: ……………………............................................... Date: ...........................................
POLICIES & RECORDS
Workshop machinery - defects control - sheet 2
Remedial action should be taken as soon as is possible after defects have been identified.
Depending upon the seriousness of the defect, the machine may have to be placed out of
use until such time as defects have been dealt with. In these instances machinery should be
prevented from being put into use, e.g. by locking off the electricity supply etc.
Machine type and location: …………………………………………………………...............................
Checklist number: ………………………..................................................................................................
No
Defect
Action taken
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
All defects identified during the weekly safety check have been rectified and the action taken
is recorded above.
Signed: ……………………………….............…….. Dated: ………………………...................…….