Checklist · Plant & Equipment Inspections
Power Tools Inspection Register
Formal inspection of portable power tools (electric, pneumatic and battery-operated) in accordance with AS/NZS 3760 and Australian WHS regulations.
37 checklist items · Last reviewed
Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| TOOL IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Asset ID / Tag Number | ||
| Tool Type / Description | ||
| Make & Model | ||
| Power Source (240V / 110V / Battery / Pneumatic) | ||
| Inspection Date | ||
| Inspector Name | ||
| Location / Site | ||
| GENERAL CONDITION | ||
| Tool body/housing – no cracks, chips or damage | Pass | Fail |
| All handles and grips present and secure | Pass | Fail |
| Ventilation slots clean and unobstructed | Pass | Fail |
| No evidence of unauthorised repair or modification | Yes | No |
| Tool is clean – no build-up of dust/debris affecting function | Pass | Fail |
| ELECTRICAL (CORDED & BATTERY TOOLS) | ||
| Power cord – no cuts, abrasion or exposed conductors | Pass | Fail |
| Cord strain relief at tool and plug intact | Pass | Fail |
| Plug – pins undamaged, no scorching, correct earth pin | Pass | Fail |
| Current test tag attached and within test date | Yes | No |
| Battery pack – no cracking, swelling or leakage | Pass | Fail |
| Battery terminals – clean, no corrosion | Pass | Fail |
| GUARDS & SAFETY DEVICES | ||
| Blade/disc guard present and functional (grinders, saws) | Pass | Fail |
| Blade guard returns freely to rest position | Pass | Fail |
| Trigger lock / safety switch functional | Pass | Fail |
| Anti-restart protection functional (where required) | Pass | Fail |
| Spindle lock (where fitted) functional | Pass | Fail |
| CUTTING/GRINDING ACCESSORIES | ||
| Blade/disc/bit – no cracks, chips or damage | Pass | Fail |
| Blade/disc rated speed meets or exceeds tool no-load speed | Yes | No |
| Blade/disc correctly mounted and fastened | Pass | Fail |
| Drill bits/chisels – no cracks or mushroomed heads | Pass | Fail |
| PNEUMATIC TOOLS (if applicable) | ||
| Air hose – no cuts, kinks or damaged fittings | Pass | Fail |
| Quick-connect fittings – lock positively, no leaks | Pass | Fail |
| Pressure rating of hose matches supply pressure | Yes | No |
| Whip restraint fitted on supply hose connection | Yes | No |
| ON-TOOL LABELLING | ||
| Rated voltage/speed/torque label legible | Yes | No |
| Inspection tag present and current | Yes | No |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects identified (describe or "None") | ||
| Disposition: Pass / Quarantine / Remove from service | ||
| Inspector Signature | ||
| Supervisor Signature | ||