{"id":1545,"date":"2025-03-25T05:36:42","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T11:36:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/?p=1545"},"modified":"2025-05-30T12:58:40","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T18:58:40","slug":"checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventive Maintenance Checklist + Free Templates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A detailed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides your team with the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">step-by-step<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guidance they need to be successful. Checklists are useful for completing tasks thoroughly while saving a lot of time. In this guide, we\u2019ll show you how to make the most of them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/resources\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore our free maintenance <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">templates<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &amp; checklists<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why use <\/b><b>preventive maintenance checklists<\/b><b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An official <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/standard-operating-procedure-sop\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that demonstrates the best way to complete a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">regular inspection<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/maintenance-definitions\/routine-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">routine maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> task has many benefits. Here are the top four.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Improved productivity through standardization<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many wrong ways to do a job. There may also be many ways to do a job right. But there is only one way to do a job right <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in the minimum required time<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outlining proven and time-tested steps to complete each specific PM improves productivity by:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helping new team members to do a job properly the first time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing the supervision required for routine tasks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enabling one technician to jump in and finish a task that someone else started<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improves the overall quality of work by ensuring everyone is following best practices<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use SOPs to standardize <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance work<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> across the board and support the development of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance checklists<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and hold team members accountable for following them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Safer procedures and working conditions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An effective <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/preventive-maintenance-schedule\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance schedule<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">helps avoid <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">equipment failure<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which can represent not only decreased productivity but also workplace safety risks to employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reduces <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">human errors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and includes important safety steps that must be taken to minimize the chance of injury.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Faster <\/b><b>troubleshooting<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the maintenance plan for each <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">piece of equipment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is clearly outlined in a checklist and is followed consistently, it becomes easier to identify why something went wrong. With less variation in the way maintenance gets completed, tracing an issue back to the root cause becomes much simpler.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Better maintenance planning<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clearly defined steps for each maintenance task make it much easier to estimate how long it will take to complete that task. This means that a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/maintenance-manager\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance manager<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will have an easier time scheduling and managing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance work<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And the easier it is to complete <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance work<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the less <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">downtime<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will become an issue.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Download our Free <\/b><b>Preventive Maintenance Plan<\/b> <b>Template<\/b><b>!<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following a consistent <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive Maintenance Plan<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can make life easier. Use this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">template<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to create your own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/resources\/free-preventive-maintenance-checklist\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Template<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Types of <\/b><b>preventive maintenance checklists<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive maintenance checklists<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> come in various forms, each tailored to specific equipment, industries, and maintenance goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Equipment-specific checklists<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These checklists are designed for a particular <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">piece of equipment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, outlining the specific tasks required for its maintenance. They often include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lubrication<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> points and types of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lubricants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspection points for wear and tear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calibration procedures<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleaning and replacement of filters, belts, and other consumables<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety checks<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Industry-specific checklists<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These checklists cater to the unique maintenance needs of specific industries. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Manufacturing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Checklists for production lines, CNC machines, robots, and material handling equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Transportation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Checklists for vehicles, aircraft, and railway systems, focusing on safety inspections, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fluid levels<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and tire pressure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Healthcare<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Checklists for medical devices, sterilizers, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HVAC systems<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, emphasizing hygiene and infection control.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Time-based checklists<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These checklists outline maintenance tasks to be performed at specific intervals, such as daily, weekly, monthly, or annually. They often include routine inspections, cleaning, and replacement of consumable parts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Condition-based checklists<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These checklists are triggered by specific conditions or data readings from monitoring systems. They focus on tasks related to the identified condition, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/vibration-analysis\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vibration analysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> results indicating bearing wear<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/oil-analysis\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oil analysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> showing contamination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/what-is-infrared-thermography\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thermography<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> revealing overheating components<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Safety checklists<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These checklists focus on safety-related inspections and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations and mitigating risks. They may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/emergency-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency shutdown procedures<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/maintenance-definitions\/lockout-tagout\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lockout<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/tagout<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> verification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal protective equipment (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PPE<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) checks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hazard identification and assessment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventive maintenance checklists generally fall into two main categories: pass-or-fail checklists and step-by-step checklists<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pass-or-<\/b><b>fail checklists<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> use a simple &#8220;pass&#8221; or &#8220;fail&#8221; rating for each inspection point. They provide a quick and easy way to assess the overall condition of equipment. Key advantages include:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to use and understand, even for less experienced technicians.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quick to complete, making it suitable for frequent inspections.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides a clear record of whether equipment meets the required standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Step-by-step<\/b><b> checklists<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> outline a series of steps to be followed in a specific order. They guide technicians through a detailed maintenance procedure, ensuring all necessary tasks are completed. Key advantages include:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces the risk of missing critical steps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Provides clear instructions for complex procedures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for both simple and complex equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do I build a preventive maintenance checklist?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance checklists are an essential component of a successful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/strategies\/preventive-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance strategy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. As with any PM strategy, there are three important information sources you will need: an accounting of assets, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">manufacturer recommendations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and asset history.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"986\">Before building your preventive maintenance checklists, it\u2019s critical to identify which assets are worth including in your PM program. Use this three-part process to get started:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"2694\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1420\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1293\"><strong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1050\">Select assets for your preventive maintenance checklist<\/strong><br data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1053\" \/>Focus on assets that are critical to operations. Remove those with minimal impact on uptime, low repair costs, or those nearing replacement. This ensures you\u2019re allocating resources where they\u2019ll deliver the highest return on investment.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1420\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1420\">\ud83d\udca1 <em data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1309\">Tip:<\/em> You can always expand later. Start with the most valuable or failure-prone equipment to maximize early impact.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1989\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1503\"><strong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1466\">Gather key information for each asset<\/strong><br data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1469\" \/>Build a solid foundation using:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1856\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1637\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1637\"><strong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1532\">OEM recommendations<\/strong> \u2013 Start with manufacturer guidelines, but adjust them if the equipment runs outside standard conditions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1727\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1727\"><strong data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1666\">Maintenance history<\/strong> \u2013 Use logs and reports to spot recurring issues or failures.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1851\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1851\"><strong data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1751\">Team knowledge<\/strong> \u2013 Technicians and operators often know things not reflected in documentation. Their input is vital.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1989\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1989\">\ud83d\udd0d <em data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1871\">Example:<\/em> An operator might report vibration or overheating not noted in maintenance logs, which could change your PM approach.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2694\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2197\"><strong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2037\">Build and record your PM checklist plan<\/strong><br data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2040\" \/>Once you\u2019ve selected your assets and gathered data, you can begin creating and documenting your preventive maintenance checklists. For each asset, define:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2335\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2240\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2240\">Maintenance tasks and their frequency<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2271\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2271\">Step-by-step instructions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2306\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2306\">Task priorities and due dates<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2335\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2335\">Responsible technicians<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2551\">Enter this information in your <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/cmms\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2407\">CMMS<\/a> to automate workflows and improve team accountability. Don\u2019t worry about getting it perfect from day one\u2014monitor results and improve over time.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2694\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2694\">\ud83d\udee0 <em data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2571\">Pro Tip:<\/em> A modern CMMS is the best source of insights and reporting to help refine your preventive maintenance checklist over time.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>A list of assets that need <\/b><b>preventive maintenance checklists<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For teams who plan to create checklists for dozens of assets, it pays to be strategic. Gather necessary asset information such as make, model, location, and purchase date.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it has been a while, this is a great time to complete an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/asset-audit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">asset audit<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to evaluate all your assets and determine those best suited to a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It will document everything in one place, especially if you don\u2019t already track assets with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/cmms\/preventive-maintenance-software\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMMS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Gather original equipment manufacturer (OEM) manuals<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/oem-original-equipment-manufacturer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OEMs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will provide the first best source of what PMs need to be completed for all your assets and how. Starting with OEM recommendations not only ensures you complete maintenance in the right way, it also helps you ensure the appropriate steps are taken every time to maintain warranties and product safety.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Review asset history\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, assets can develop unique patterns through frequent <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breakdowns<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or use of non-original spare parts, for example. The way the maintenance needs of your equipment have changed over time must be accounted for in any <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance checklists<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you develop. Check your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/equipment-maintenance-log\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">equipment maintenance logs<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to ensure this information is available.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The anatomy of a good <\/b><b>preventive maintenance checklist<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The easiest way to prepare a good <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is to identify what needs to be included in each in order to facilitate your processes and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">workflows<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Preparation details<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This section includes all the information your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance technicians<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> need to know in order to prepare for the task. This includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tools needed to complete the work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spare parts specific to the asset that may be needed to complete the work<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estimated time to complete the work<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documenting these preparation details can help your team walk in to the task set up to complete the task effectively, and quickly without unnecessary travel to your warehouse or hardware store.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Safety details<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clearly describing safety details in their own section reinforces their importance. This section should include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety instructions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Required personal protective equipment (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PPE<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LOTO or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lockout<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tag out instructions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Visual aids (if necessary)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The more detailed a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be, the better. Visual aids help describe complex procedures and components more clearly. These may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pictures<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diagrams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Videos<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Steps to complete the task<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steps to complete each PM <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">work order<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be clearly defined in each checklist. Just like standard operating procedures, it is important to use consistent language that is easy to understand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Characteristics of a great <\/b><b>PM checklist<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Steps must be communicated clearly and concisely<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having too much information can be just as confusing as having too little. Finding the balance can be tricky. In general, a good <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be simple enough for a new <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance technician<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to follow with minimal supervision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some tips to follow:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Avoid writing long paragraphs.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Not only do lengthy descriptions simply take longer to read, they can also lead to confusion and misinterpretation. If you have a lot of information to cover in one step, consider breaking it into multiple shorter steps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use a diagram or a picture<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to support the description of complex steps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ensure every step has a purpose.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If it doesn\u2019t have a purpose, strongly consider removing it from the checklist.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Be precise.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If an asset has 2 evaporator coils and one of the steps on your checklist is <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201ccheck the evaporator coil,\u201c <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that is not precise enough.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>The steps are laid out sequentially<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step-by-step<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> checklists should always present a list of actions in the exact order of which they should be performed. If steps need to be repeated, list them again rather than sending the reader back to an earlier step in the checklist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The information is regularly updated<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not something you should just <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">set and forget <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are a few reasons why you need to update <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklists<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> regularly:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Field technicians will discover necessary changes to checklists through the course of their work. These should be reflected in checklists so that future technicians can follow updated processes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes an asset <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breakdown<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> leads to an issue that requires ongoing monitoring or adjustments rather than a one-time fix. For instance, if part XYZ is loose or cracked, a checklist can notify the technician to be very careful when removing the casing.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes an asset maintenance plan needs adjustments based on environment changes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There will be new assets coming in and that will require some updates on the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ready, run it by an experienced <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance technician<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure it is complete. It is also helpful to test your checklist by having a technician who was not in the process of writing it, complete a test PM.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>PM checklist<\/b><b> examples<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some examples of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance checklists<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for different industries:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Electrical system<\/b><b> maintenance<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect electrical panels and circuit breakers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test and inspect GFCI outlets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check for proper grounding and bonding.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect wiring and connections for damage or wear.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test and inspect lighting fixtures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect and maintain emergency power systems.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance activities<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and findings.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>HVAC system<\/b><b> maintenance<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect and replace <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">air filters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">air conditioner<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heating system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check and clean coils (evaporator and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condenser<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">air conditioning<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heating system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8216;s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blower<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> motor, belt, and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">compressor<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thermostat<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> operation and calibration for both heating and cooling modes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure proper <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lubrication<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of all moving parts, including <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">compressor<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> components.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">electrical connections<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and controls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance activities<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and findings.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Plumbing system maintenance<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect for leaks and signs of corrosion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check water pressure and flow rates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test and inspect backflow preventers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean and flush drains and sewer lines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water heaters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and tanks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check for proper operation of fixtures (faucets, toilets, showers).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect and maintain sump pumps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test water quality (pH, hardness, chlorine).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance activities<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and findings.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Building interior and exterior maintenance<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>Building interior maintenance checklist<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect walls and ceilings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check flooring and carpets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect windows and mirrors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check and replace light bulbs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect and clean <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HVAC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vents and diffusers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test and inspect smoke detectors and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fire alarms<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">railings<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on balconies, stairs, and decks to ensure safety.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance activities<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and findings.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>Building exterior maintenance checklist<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect siding and walls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect windows and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gutters<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check for cracks and damage in foundation and walls.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect roof. (Remember to use appropriate <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fall<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> protection and equipment).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check for proper drainage and irrigation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect and maintain exterior lighting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect and repair fences and gates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check for pests and rodents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance activities<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and findings.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Leveraging a <\/b><b>CMMS<\/b><b> for <\/b><b>PM checklists<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even for the most experienced <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> creator, the process becomes a lot easier with the right tools.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/cmms\/cmms-software\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMMS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can make building PMs with attached checklists simple, and completing them even simpler.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The historical data stored by <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMMS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> systems is an invaluable resource for creating checklists tailored to your exact assets. In addition, the checklist <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">functionality<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> built into most <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMMS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> systems requires sequential step completion and documentation as the task is in progress.\u00a0 This further <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">streamlines<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the management and accountability process, and makes every step trackable, and reportable for future analysis and initiatives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The bottom line<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM checklist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> matters for any successful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/limblecmms.com\/blog\/preventive-maintenance-program\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It takes the guesswork out of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">preventive maintenance tasks<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and ensures consistency, quality, preparedness, and productivity. By endowing your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance team<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">step-by-step<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> best practices for all their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">routine maintenance activities<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you provide them with the freedom to be successful and productive in their roles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMMS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> system serves as the central repository for all your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance work<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and is the tool that can guide your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance team<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through each step of a checklist and hold them accountable for completion. 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