Method Statements - General   The collection of thermal images from general plant.   The collection of oil samples from general plant.   Collection of vibration data.   Download Method Statements (Acrobat Adobe PDF format) To Save the method statement, Right-Click on the above link and select Save Target As (Internet Explorer) or Save Link As (Firefox)					Maintenance of Lubrication Systems.
			1.		If the removal of guards is required to work on lubrication systems, the equipment must be isolated and locked off to prevent movement, stored energy must be dissipated, and a written permit or authorisation to work issued.
			2.		Maintenance of systems not requiring the removal of guards, and that is away from any moving parts, may only be carried out without the isolation of nearby equipment when positioning of the person carrying out such duties does not give rise to any danger.
			3.		Care must be taken during maintenance that all spares, and redundant equipment is kept tidy in the workplace, so that it will not foul nearby equipment or present a tripping hazard.
			4.		The power to lubrication systems (either battery or low voltage AC) should be removed from individual systems prior to carrying out maintenance work.
			5.		The person carrying out maintenance should be aware that 'gas triggered' auto-lubrication pots will expel lubricant under (low) pressure if they are disconnected prior to them becoming entirely empty.
			6.		Care must be taken to release the pressure of the lubrication lines prior to splitting any connecting tubes and fittings.
			7.		All spillages of lubricant should be cleared up prior to completion of the work.
			8.		When changing lubrication cartridges, care must be taken not to allow contamination of the lubrication system, and to ensure the safe disposal of the empty containers.
			9.		All pipework should be so attached that it does not cause a hazard to surrounding equipment or personnel who may be passing the area.