====== Checklists =======

These are lists of things that should be periodically checked at the intervals given below. It is wise to check certain things regularly. Prevention is often much easier than fixing a problem after it arrives. Here are a few suggestions, but you will want to customize your own list according to your context. 

===== General =====

==== Daily (before leaving) ====
  * Install dust covers
  * Turn off all machines/lights/fans/etc
  * Unplug everything
  * Don't leave anything of value under where water may drip

  * The last person to leave is responsible for the security of the building
    * Lock the doors of the printing room.
    * Lock the books container
    * Close (and latch, if applicable) all windows (think: rain, thiefs)
    * Lock all doors

==== Weekly ====

  * [[en:operations_handbook:backups#verify_the_backup_system|Verify the backup system]] is functioning. This can be done from any computer connected to the network. Simply open the backup shared drive and verify that the dates of the backups are current.

==== Monthly ====
  * [[en:operations_handbook:backups#swapping_drives|Swap drives]] of the backup system on the server.
  * Use each color Riso drum at least once.
  * Check for termite activity underneath the three containers for termite activity. Spray poison if necessary.
  * Wash solar panels as needed


===== Finance =====

See separate [[en:finance|Finance Checklist]]