Checklist · Plant & Equipment Inspections
Welding Equipment Inspection
Formal inspection of welding equipment (MIG, TIG, MMA and oxy-fuel) in accordance with AS/NZS 1674 series and Australian WHS regulations.
38 checklist items · Last reviewed
Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Equipment Asset ID / Tag Number | ||
| Welding Process (MIG / TIG / MMA / Oxy-fuel) | ||
| Make & Model | ||
| Inspection Date | ||
| Inspector Name | ||
| Location / Site | ||
| WELDING MACHINE – ELECTRICAL (MIG/TIG/MMA) | ||
| Outer casing – no cracks, dents or ventilation blockage | Pass | Fail |
| Power cord – no cuts, abrasion or exposed conductors | Pass | Fail |
| Plug – correct type, pins undamaged, no scorching | Pass | Fail |
| Earth clamp – cable and clamp in good condition | Pass | Fail |
| Electrode holder / torch – no cracked insulation or loose connection | Pass | Fail |
| Wire liner and contact tip (MIG) – clean and undamaged | Pass | Fail |
| Shielding gas hose – no leaks, cracks or kinking | Pass | Fail |
| Gas regulator – gauge readable, connections tight | Pass | Fail |
| On/off switch, voltage/wire speed controls functional | Pass | Fail |
| RCD / safety switch in supply circuit present and tested | Yes | No |
| Current test tag attached and within test date | Yes | No |
| OXY-FUEL EQUIPMENT (if applicable) | ||
| Oxygen cylinder – no damage, valve cap fitted when not in use | Pass | Fail |
| Fuel gas cylinder – no damage, valve cap fitted when not in use | Pass | Fail |
| Cylinders secured upright in trolley or chain | Yes | No |
| Oxygen regulator – gauge serviceable, connections tight | Pass | Fail |
| Fuel gas regulator – gauge serviceable, connections tight | Pass | Fail |
| Hoses – no cuts, abrasion, kinking or reverse colour | Pass | Fail |
| Hose connections – no leaks (soapy water test) | Pass | Fail |
| Flashback arrestors fitted at torch and regulators | Yes | No |
| Torch body – no cracks or loose connections | Pass | Fail |
| Torch tips/nozzles – clean, no blockages | Pass | Fail |
| PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE | ||
| Welding helmet / goggles with correct shade lens | Yes | No |
| Welding gloves and leather apron/jacket available | Yes | No |
| Respiratory protection available for fume control | Yes | No |
| Fire extinguisher within 5 m of work area | Yes | No |
| HOT WORK CONTROLS | ||
| Hot work permit issued (where required) | Yes | No |
| Area clear of combustibles / protected | Yes | No |
| Ventilation adequate for welding fumes | Yes | No |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects identified (describe or "None") | ||
| Disposition: Pass / Quarantine / Remove from service | ||
| Inspector Signature | ||
| Supervisor Signature | ||