PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE GUIDE
FOR MANUAL HOSPITAL CRIBS
3.0 Physical Inspection of Crib Components, Continued
YES NO
Casters, Under Crib Shelf and Bumper System
3.20 Is the crib able to be moved easily/do the wheels roll smoothly.
3.21 Do the casters show any sign of being bent or not in proper alignment?
3.22 Do the wheels have any
fl
at spots indicating they may have been pushed with
brakes on?
3.23 If the crib has heavy duty casters, are the bolts present in all 4 casters and
securely fastened? If the crib has the black plastic caster sockets, do they appear
to be intact/unbroken?
3.24 Do the locking mechanisms on the steer and brake casters function properly?
3.25 Check the under crib shelf thoroughly. Is it free from any cracks or other
damage?
3.26 Is the under crib shelf securely fastened to the bumper system?
3.27 Inspect the bumpers on both ends of the crib. Are the grey corner bumpers
present? Are the other portions of the bumpers free of breaks, bends or other
damage?
3.28 Are the bumpers both securely fastened to the ends of the crib?
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3.16 Are the brackets and connectors present and free of damage on all IV poles?
3.17 At the top of the IV pole, are all the components present, free of damage and
securely fastened?
3.18 On the upper portion of the IV pole, are the components present that are used
as the release knob?
3.19 Raise and lower the IV pole to be sure it operates in a smooth, east manner and
locks in place properly when raised.
IV Pole(s)
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Inspection completed by ___________________________ Date of Inspection__________
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