It was the first day of spring this week, which means the construction season is upon us. As the temperature rises and the light nights grow longer, job sites can extend their working days. Purchasing equipment is an important investment, and it can take very little time and effort to look after it properly and ensure you will be able to use it for many years to come. So spring may be here, but before you fire up your machinery after a long, cold winter, here are a couple of things you should do.
Tips for Spring
Inspecting your equipment should be the first step. Check for any loose or broken parts, examine the wear and tear on the machine, check the tire pressure and replace or adjust any belts. These are the first areas to inspect, and once they are complete you can go on to check the battery and fuel line as these can be common issues when a machine has been idle over winter.
It’s spring clean time. Make sure your equipment is free from any dust and debris and ready for your upcoming projects. You want to check oil and dirt haven’t built up over the colder months otherwise you risk running into machine malfunctions. Also more importantly it makes the equipment a lot safer to use.
Protect your staff. Another super important one is to ensure your workforce is properly equipped with the correct PPE. Spring is the perfect time to go through and check all your personal protection equipment is in good shape and that no replacements are required.
Be mindful of spring weather, it can still be quite unpredictable in summer when the weather may be bright and beautiful some days but then can also be miserable on others. So it’s best to have a contingency plan in place so that your workforce knows what steps to take at any time, especially if there is a storm arising.
Review your paperwork, because when is better than spring to make sure this is in order. Ensure your heavy equipment is covered with a warranty and make sure you’re meeting all necessary requirements to obtain this before you run your fleet.
So if your machinery has been out of commission during winter then you’ll want to get it back up and running as soon as you can. So by following a couple of simple steps at the start of winter and end of spring you can power up your equipment with no trouble and get it back to work. No one wants more downtime after winter so reduce your risk now.
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