Do your crews visually inspect exhaust systems on a monthly basis? Watch out for these potential issues:
- Inspect all clamps, mounts, flanges, and brackets; examine any movement, and replace, tighten or repair affected areas
- Check for exhaust soot on or around the exhaust system; inspect for leaks, identify the source and replace, tighten or repair
- Check for excessive structural rust, and repair or replace parts
- Challenge and assess off-ground works to remove any working at height risks; follow all site requirements for working at heights
- Check for interactions between exhaust systems and other components; remove, realign, and adjust to remove interactions
- Look for grease falling onto or near exhaust systems
- Check for wet areas on the exhaust that indicate fluid presence
