Daily Sandblast Setup Checklist for Beginners

Before you start blasting, make sure your equipment and work area are properly inspected. This beginner-friendly guide walks through a complete daily sandblast setup checklist—from compressor placement to nozzle wear checks. Learn how to inspect bull hoses, whip checks, air dryers, blast pots, metering valves, abrasive storage, blast hoses, deadman controls, nozzle pressure testing, and orifice wear. A proper daily inspection helps prevent downtime, maintain pressure, and protect operator safety. 0:05 Air compressor inspection and safe placement 0:41 Bull hose, couplings, and moisture control 1:21 Blast pot setup and metering valve adjustment 2:30 Abrasive storage and blast hose layout 3:17 Deadman handle inspection and power supply 4:19 Nozzle inspection and pressure testing 5:11 Checking nozzle wear with an orifice gauge