Plant & Equipment Inspections
Air Compressor Inspection Checklist
Inspection checklist for portable and stationary air compressors covering the receiver, pressure relief valve, gauges, hoses, couplings, guarding and electrical supply. Use for pre-use checks and scheduled workshop inspections.
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Checklist Items
| Item | Pass / Yes | Fail / No |
|---|---|---|
| COMPRESSOR DETAILS | ||
| Inspection Date | ___________________________ | |
| Location | ___________________________ | |
| Compressor ID / Serial Number | ___________________________ | |
| Type (electric / petrol / diesel tow-behind) | ___________________________ | |
| Receiver Maximum Working Pressure (kPa) | ___________________________ | |
| Inspected By | ___________________________ | |
| AIR RECEIVER | ||
| Receiver shell: no corrosion, dents or weld cracks | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Data plate on receiver and legible | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Drain valve operates; condensate drained | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Pressure vessel registration / periodic inspection current (where required) | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| PRESSURE CONTROLS | ||
| Pressure relief / safety valve fitted, sealed and not tampered with | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Pressure relief valve tested (lift lever) where manufacturer allows | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Pressure gauge reads correctly and is legible | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Pressure switch / unloader cuts out at set pressure | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Regulator and outlet gauge operate | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| HOSES & COUPLINGS | ||
| Air hoses: no cuts, bulges, kinks or worn covers | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Couplings and fittings secure, no leaks | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Whip checks / safety cables fitted on large-bore hose joints | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Quick couplers release pressure safely before disconnecting | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| GUARDING & MECHANICAL | ||
| Belt / flywheel guard fitted and secure | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Hot surfaces and cooling fins guarded | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Oil level correct (oil-lubricated units) | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Air intake filter clean | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Mounting bolts / anti-vibration feet secure | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| POWER SUPPLY | ||
| Electrical lead and plug undamaged; test tag current | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Supply RCD protected | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Engine units: fuel, oil and exhaust checks complete | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| USE & ENVIRONMENT | ||
| Located in ventilated area; exhaust not discharging into work areas | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Noise exposure considered; hearing protection signage where required | Pass ☐ | Fail ☐ |
| Users instructed not to use compressed air to clean skin or clothing | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| DEFECTS & SIGN-OFF | ||
| Defects found (describe or write "None") | ___________________________ | |
| Compressor tagged out of service (if unsafe) | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Compressor fit for use | Yes ☐ | No ☐ |
| Next Inspection Due | ___________________________ | |
| Inspector Signature | ___________________________ | |