Machinery Maintenance Worker how-to

How to Run a Lube Route

Routes keep machines healthy.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Routes keep machines healthy. In short: get; bring; follow, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Get the route sheet.

  2. Bring clean lubricants.

  3. Follow stops in order.

  4. Check levels.

  5. Note leaks.

  6. Log completion.

Safety reminders for machinery maintenance workers

  • Use lockout/tagout
  • Keep guards on
  • Wear PPE
  • Clean spills

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