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Injection moulding machine pre-use check
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What's on the checklist
Every sheet has space for: Site · Asset / ID · Date · Time · Checked by · Signature.
| # | Check | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Front safety gate closes and the press will not cycle when it is open | ||
| 2 | Rear guard in place and interlocked | ||
| 3 | Mechanical safety device (arrester bar) working where fitted | ||
| 4 | Top and side guards over the mould and clamp in place | ||
| 5 | Nozzle / purge guard fitted and interlocked | ||
| 6 | Hopper and feed throat guarded | ||
| 7 | Heater band covers in place, no exposed wiring | ||
| 8 | Hydraulic hoses and fittings: no leaks or damage | ||
| 9 | Emergency stop buttons work (operator and rear side) | ||
| 10 | Robot / sprue picker guarding and interlocks working (where fitted) | ||
| 11 | Mould secure, clamps and water lines connected correctly | ||
| 12 | Floor around the press clean and dry |
Defects found and action taken: space to write any defects and the action taken.
These are general checklists. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and your own risk assessment, and adapt the items to your equipment. They don't replace expert inspections required by law or guidance, such as LOLER thorough examinations or annual racking inspections.
Want to know more? Read our guide: PUWER Inspections Explained: What UK Law Requires for Work Equipment Checks.