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Inspection Details

Paint system type identified

Confirm whether the gun is being used for waterborne, solvent-based, or mixed-use coating operations.

Note (optional)

Inspection area and equipment identified

Record the booth, prep area, or workstation and the spray gun identifier/asset tag.

Technician present for demonstration

Confirm the technician can demonstrate setup and cleaning steps during the audit.

Yes No N/A

Spray Gun Setup

Correct needle and nozzle combination installed critical (required)

Verify the installed needle and nozzle match the coating type and manufacturer specification.

Yes No N/A

Air cap and fluid tip are clean and undamaged critical (required)

Check for dried paint, nicks, corrosion, or wear that could affect atomization.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Fluid pressure and fan pattern are set to specification critical (required)

Verify the gun is adjusted to achieve the required spray pattern without excessive overspray or sputtering.

Yes No N/A

Trigger action and needle return are smooth

Confirm the trigger moves freely and the needle returns without sticking or binding.

Yes No N/A

Gun body, cup, and seals show no active leaks critical (required)

Inspect for drips, seepage, or air leaks at the cup, fittings, and seals.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Cleaning Method and Chemical Safety

Fresh thinner or approved cleaner used for final rinse critical (required)

Verify the final cleaning rinse uses fresh thinner or an approved cleaner rather than contaminated solvent.

Yes No N/A

Corrosion-safe cleaning method used for waterborne systems critical (required)

Confirm waterborne cleaning steps prevent corrosion and residue buildup in the gun passages.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Disassembly and cleaning performed per manufacturer instructions

Verify the gun is disassembled only to the level required by the manufacturer and cleaned correctly.

Yes No N/A

Cleaning tools are non-damaging and appropriate

Check that brushes, picks, and cloths do not damage precision surfaces or seals.

Yes No N/A

PPE and Respiratory Protection

Appropriate respiratory protection worn during spraying and cleaning critical (required)

Verify the technician uses respiratory protection suitable for the coating and cleaning chemicals in use.

Yes No N/A

Gloves and eye protection worn during cleaning

Confirm chemical-resistant gloves and eye protection are used when handling cleaners and solvents.

Yes No N/A

Cleaning area is ventilated and free of ignition sources critical (required)

Verify the cleaning location is suitable for flammable or volatile cleaning chemicals.

Yes No N/A

Maintenance, Storage, and Documentation

Gun stored clean, dry, and protected from contamination

Verify the spray gun is stored to prevent dust, moisture, and corrosion after cleaning.

Yes No N/A

Maintenance log or cleaning record completed

Confirm the cleaning or maintenance activity is documented according to facility procedure.

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies corrected or escalated critical (required)

Verify any non-conformance found during the audit was assigned for corrective action.

Yes No N/A

Reference document or SOP used

Record the applicable manufacturer instructions, shop SOP, or maintenance standard used during inspection.

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Run: Spray Gun Setup and Cleaning Audit

Inspection Details

Spray Gun Setup

Cleaning Method and Chemical Safety

PPE and Respiratory Protection

Maintenance, Storage, and Documentation

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