Medical Equipment Daily Check
Complete this check at the start of each shift to ensure all medical equipment is functional.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Daily / Each shift
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Clinical Engineer / Biomedical Technician
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: Joint Commission EC Standards, FDA Medical Device Regulations, AAMI Standards
Life Support Equipment
Check critical life support devices.
- Defibrillators charged and ready?
- Ventilators tested and functional?
- Patient monitors functioning?
- Suction equipment operational?
Diagnostic Equipment
Verify diagnostic devices.
- Vital signs equipment calibrated?
- Glucometers with valid QC?
- Thermometers functional?
- Pulse oximeters working?
Supplies & Maintenance
Check supplies and maintenance status.
- Backup batteries charged?
- Cables and leads in good condition?
- Preventive maintenance current?
- Biomedical inspection tags current?
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
Quality Assessment
Evaluate quality standards and performance metrics
- Quality standards met for all items checked?
- Any deficiencies or non-conformances identified?
- Root cause analysis completed for issues?
- Continuous improvement opportunities identified?
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- Healthcare Facility Environmental Safety Checklist
- Healthcare Facility Environmental Safety Checklist
- Nursing Station Shift Check
- Sterile Processing Checklist
- Patient Fall Risk Assessment
- Nursing Station Daily Check
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Why Use This Medical Equipment Daily Check?
This medical equipment daily check helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for clinical engineer / biomedical technician professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / each shift.
Ensures compliance with Joint Commission EC Standards, FDA Medical Device Regulations, AAMI Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Medical Equipment Daily Check cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 7 sections: Life Support Equipment, Diagnostic Equipment, Supplies & Maintenance, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check, Quality Assessment. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / each shift. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Who should use this Medical Equipment Daily Check?
This checklist is designed for Clinical Engineer / Biomedical Technician professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.