Pre-Start Checklist_DAILY DRILL RIG- DIA

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Pre Start Checklist

A Pre Start Checklist must be completed at the beginning of every shift or before operating other machinery during the shift. These are intended as a minimum standard and should not override specific Plant requirements and the client's site requirements.

1.0 CATEGORY (A) MINOR DEFECTS

Drill Rigs with MINOR defects may operate. Defects are to be reported as an action item, communicated to the Supervisor / Maintenance staff immediately.
Walk Around Inspection – Leaks, Hazards, Damage
Mud Pump, Water Pump, Pressure Washer – Oil, Fuel leaks
General Housekeeping
CDS Asset #, Control Panel Labels and Warning Labels/Stickers (Present & legible)
Access/Egress (Ladders, self-closing gates and walkways)
Cooler Pack Clean
All Gauges Working
All Grease Points Greased

Drill Rigs with MODERATE defects may only operate with approval from the Shift Supervisor.
Defects are reported as an action item to Supervisor/Fitter immediately, AND the Supervisor/Fitter has been consulted for approval and this pre start sign off has been completed by the authorising person.
Hydraulic Hoses – Wear, Leaks, Connections
Water Hoses & Whip Checks/Shackles – Wear, Leaks, Connections, Valves
Check Oil Levels – Engine, Hydraulics, Bean Pump, Rotation Head and Funk Box (If applicable)
Other Fluid Levels - Fuel, Coolant, AdBlue
Start Up/Warning Alarms
Condition of Break Out (Inserts and greased)
Condition of Subs/Haul Plug (Threads, greased and inspections current)
Condition of Foot Clamps (Inserts and greased)
Condition of Rod Spinner (Inserts, alignment and greased)
Condition of Overshot Assembly & Safety Chain (Splice, inspection current, lifting dogs)
Condition of Track Base (Frame, Rollers, Plates)
Remote Condition/Operation (All functions work and free from damage)
Batteries – Water Level, Cables Conditions
Mast Lights Operational

Drill Rigs with MAJOR defects may only operate with approval from Maintenance Manager or Core Drilling Management.
Defects are reported as an action item to Management / Maintenance Manager immediately, AND Management / Maintenance Manager has been consulted for approval and this pre start sign off has been completed by the authorising person.
Check For Any Tags – Isolation Switch (Ensure they're clearly labelled and operational)
Check Fire Extinguishers and Fire Suppression are tagged and in date
Inspect Fan, Guards, Belts – Ensure Good Condition
Check Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) is in date
What is the next expiry date of the PRV/S
Rotation Cage/Proximity Switches working correctly
How did you test the function of this proxy?
Deadman Switch/Overrides are Operational (Breakout/Rod Spinner slew. If applicable)
Winch/Wireline Limiters Operational?
Check condition of Winch Rope /Wireline (Wear, Condition & Certification)
Mast Pivot Points/ Stay Rods
Check E-Stops (Push to engage, twist to reset), ensure they're clearly identifiable and labelled
Check manual actuators – ensure safety pins and anti-tamper ties are in place and that all secure, clean, undamaged and accessible