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Work Order Review

Work order number and customer/site name verified critical (required)

Confirm the assigned work order matches the intended destination and customer.

Yes No N/A

Scope of work reviewed and understood critical (required)

Verify the technician understands the reported issue, requested service, and expected outcome.

Yes No N/A

Site access instructions and contact information confirmed

Confirm gate codes, escort requirements, contact names, and arrival instructions are available.

Yes No N/A

Required permits, lockout requirements, or site-specific safety rules reviewed critical (required)

Check for any known permit-to-work, lockout-tagout, confined space, or site entry requirements.

Yes No N/A

Special parts, equipment, or return visit notes reviewed

Confirm any prior diagnosis, callbacks, or special instructions are understood before leaving.

Yes No N/A

Estimated travel time and arrival window confirmed

Verify the departure time supports the scheduled service window.

Yes No N/A

Parts and Materials

Required replacement parts loaded critical (required)

Confirm all known job-specific parts are on the vehicle and match the work order or diagnosis.

Consumables stocked for expected repairs

Verify common consumables are available, such as wire connectors, tape, fasteners, sealant, and cleaning supplies.

Replacement parts match job requirements and voltage/model specifications critical (required)

Check that loaded parts are compatible with the equipment being serviced.

Yes No N/A

Refrigerant cylinders secured and labeled correctly critical (required)

Verify cylinders are upright, secured, and properly identified for the intended refrigerant.

Yes No N/A

Parts quantity appears sufficient for the planned job

Confirm enough materials are loaded to complete the expected repair without returning to the shop.

Missing or backordered items documented

Record any unavailable parts that may affect completion time or require customer notification.

Tools and Test Equipment

Basic hand tools loaded critical (required)

Verify essential hand tools are present for HVAC service work.

Electrical test instruments available and functional critical (required)

Confirm meters and testers needed for the job are present, powered, and in working condition.

Yes No N/A

Manometer / pressure gauges / refrigerant gauges available as needed critical (required)

Verify the correct gauges and pressure measurement tools are packed for the planned service task.

Yes No N/A

Test equipment calibration or in-date inspection status confirmed critical (required)

Check calibration stickers, due dates, or internal inspection status for meters and gauges.

Yes No N/A

Extension cords, batteries, chargers, and adapters loaded

Verify power accessories and charging equipment are available for the expected duration of the job.

Yes No N/A

Tool condition free of visible damage or missing components critical (required)

Inspect tools for cracked handles, frayed cords, broken leads, or missing parts.

Yes No N/A

Safety and PPE

Required PPE available and in serviceable condition critical (required)

Confirm the correct PPE is packed for the job and shows no visible defects.

Arc-flash or electrical hazard requirements reviewed when applicable critical (required)

Confirm the technician understands the need for energized work controls and electrical PPE if applicable.

Yes No N/A

Lockout-tagout equipment available when required critical (required)

Verify locks, tags, hasps, and related LOTO materials are available for the job.

Yes No N/A

Vehicle safety items present

Confirm first aid kit, fire extinguisher, warning triangles, and spill kit are present if required by company policy.

Known site hazards reviewed

Confirm any rooftop, ladder, refrigerant, electrical, or confined-space hazards have been reviewed before departure.

Yes No N/A

Departure Authorization

Vehicle fuel level adequate for the trip

Confirm the vehicle has sufficient fuel for the route and expected return.

Yes No N/A

Phone, tablet, or dispatch device charged and connected critical (required)

Verify communication and access to service documentation in the field.

Yes No N/A

Departure approved by supervisor or dispatcher critical (required)

Confirm the technician is cleared to leave and proceed to the job site.

Technician signature critical (required)

Technician confirms the checklist is complete and the vehicle is ready for departure.

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Run: HVAC Service Job Pre-Departure Checklist

Work Order Review

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Safety and PPE

Departure Authorization

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