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O*NET detailed work activityMonitor medical equipment to ensure proper functioning
Stays humanWatch & inspect
4 jobs6 tasks
Inspecting and monitoring in person means noticing what's off with your own eyes, ears and hands, and being accountable for calling it.
Part of Monitor equipment operation, under the O*NET work activity group Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (0 AI-ready, 0 AI-assist, 6 stays human).
Tasks built on this activity
- Perform safety checks to verify proper equipment functioning.
- Examine equipment to detect leaks, worn or loose parts, or other indications of disrepair.
- Start equipment and observe gauges and equipment operation to detect malfunctions and to ensure equipment is operating to prescribed standards.
- Monitor operation of equipment and record use of equipment and administration of treatment.
- Report defective equipment to appropriate supervisors or staff.
- Test or maintain equipment to ensure correct performance.