Portable Water Pump Setup Checklist
Checklist for setting up a portable water pump, covering location, hoses, fuel, priming and safety. Use it on each visit and keep the completed copy with your farm records.
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What is on this checklist
- Pump and hoses inspected
- Fuel and oil checked per the manual
- Location stable and level
- Suction hose and strainer in place
- Discharge hose secured
- Pump primed per the manual
- Ventilation for engine ensured
- Fire and spill precautions taken
- Run time and fuel recorded
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with OSHA and eXtension.
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