Run Equipment Pre-Operation Inspection Checklist (CTE) — Free

Inspection Setup

Equipment identified by asset ID or machine name

Inspection date and time recorded

Inspector name recorded

Machine is intended for student use today critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Machine Guards and Safety Devices

Required guards are installed and secure critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Guard condition shows no cracks, missing fasteners, or deformation critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Emergency stop is present, accessible, and unobstructed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Emergency stop tested and functions properly critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Visible Condition and Operational Readiness

No visible damage to machine frame, housing, or moving components critical (required)

Yes No N/A

No fluid leaks, smoke, unusual odor, or abnormal noise observed critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Cords, plugs, hoses, and connections are intact and free from exposed conductors or damage critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Controls, switches, and interlocks appear functional and undamaged critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Work Area and Student Readiness

Work area is clear of clutter, scrap, spills, and trip hazards critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Required PPE is available and appropriate for the machine critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Students have been instructed not to use the machine until inspection passes critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Any deficiency identified during inspection

Removal from Service and Sign-Off

Machine cleared for student operation critical (required)

Yes No N/A

If not cleared, equipment tagged out of service and instructor notified critical (required)

Yes No N/A

Corrective action or follow-up required

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Run: Equipment Pre-Operation Inspection Checklist (CTE)

Inspection Setup

Machine Guards and Safety Devices

Visible Condition and Operational Readiness

Work Area and Student Readiness

Removal from Service and Sign-Off

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