Inspections
Introduction to Asset Inspections
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview Asset inspections help your organisation assess the condition, safety, functionality or compliance of its physical assets using a structured inspection process. With AssetIQ, authorised users can create and assign inspections, complete inspection checklists, record findings and retain an inspection history against the relevant asset. Inspection results can also help identify defects, maintenance requirements and...
Understand Inspection Types and Checklists
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview Inspection types and checklists provide the structure for conducting consistent asset inspections in AssetIQ. The inspection type identifies the purpose of the inspection, while the associated checklist defines the questions, checks and information that the inspector must complete. The inspection types and checklists available to you depend on how AssetIQ has been configured for...
Create and Assign an Asset Inspection
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview Create an asset inspection when an asset needs to be assessed for condition, safety, functionality, maintenance or compliance purposes. When creating the inspection, select the asset and inspection type, enter the required details, assign a suitable inspector and confirm when the inspection should be completed. The inspection type normally determines which checklist must be...
Conduct and Submit an Asset Inspection
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview After an asset inspection has been created and assigned, the inspector can examine the physical asset and complete the associated checklist. During the inspection, verify the asset, answer every applicable checklist question and record any defects or unusual conditions. Review all responses carefully before submitting the completed inspection. Important: Record what you observe during...
Record Inspection Findings and Defects
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview An inspection finding records an observation made while physically examining an asset. A finding may confirm an acceptable condition, identify an advisory issue or document a defect requiring corrective action. When an inspection identifies a problem, record it accurately and provide enough information for another person to understand: A clear finding supports effective review,...
Review and Approve Inspection Results
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview After an asset inspection has been submitted, an authorised reviewer can examine its checklist responses, findings, measurements, comments and supporting evidence. The reviewer determines whether the inspection is complete, reliable and ready to be accepted. The reviewer must also confirm that failed items have been properly assessed and that required follow-up actions have been...
View and Export Inspection Results
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview AssetIQ allows authorised users to view completed asset inspections and review their checklist responses, findings, evidence, approval decisions and related corrective work. Where export functionality is available, inspection results can also be downloaded for reporting, analysis and record keeping. Before exporting information, confirm that you have selected the correct inspections and applied the required...
Create Follow-up Actions or Work Orders
Last Updated: September 1, 2026Overview An inspection finding may require action to correct a defect, control a risk or investigate an uncertain condition. AssetIQ can help authorised users convert an inspection finding into a traceable follow-up action or maintenance work order. Linking the corrective work to the inspection and asset provides a clearer history from initial detection through completion...