When working machinery, you must ensure they are properly maintained so they do not deteriorate to a point where they may put others at risk. Quickly read through the two paragraphs below, to keep yourself up-to-knowledge with what should be done at such a situation.
Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when maintenance is need on your machinery. If you are maintaining the machine less frequently as recommended by the manufacturer, do a risk assessment beforehand.
Before starting the maintenance, make sure to shut down the equipment when possible, especially for high-risk equipment. If you are maintaining a high-risk equipment then you may need a permit to work, which is required in some cases to manage high-risk maintenance operations safely.