Point of Use Visual Controls Standard

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1.0 Purpose

This document outlines the standards for implementation of point of use visual controls on equipment lubricated components.

2.0 Scope

This standard applies to all General Mills manufacturing facilities.

3.0 Standard

Each lubricated component in the facility shall be labeled with a point of use label. The intent of the point of use labeling is to ensure the Right Type of lubricant is used each time the equipment is serviced. This will prevent forced deterioration and help enable components to reach their design life. The labeling at the point of use follows the GMI Oil and Grease Visual Controls Standard. This standard uses color/shape as well as the Smart Code to designate the properties of the lubricant. Lubricant specific names should not be used at the point of use. This eliminates the need to re-label equipment when lubricant product names or manufacturers change.

4.0 Oil Point of Use Labeling

Point of use labeling for oil lubricated components shall use stickers formatted to follow the GMI Oil and Grease Visual Controls Standard. Each label shall contain the following components:

· Color square background for toxicity classification

· Shape designated by oil type

· Color of shape designated by oil viscosity

· GMI Smart Code

· Color/shape text

The minimum requirement for labeling of components is to label the framework next to the component as well as on the component next to the fill port. If the component fails, the label on the framework will remain and the new component shall be tagged at the fill port. For oil reservoirs, such as those used for chain oilers, the label should be placed on the reservoir where it is visible during servicing. The following are examples of properly labeled equipment.

5.0 Grease Point of Use Labeling

Point of use labeling for grease lubricated components shall use color washers placed under the zerk. The color washers should match the colors designated in the GMI Oil and Grease Visual Controls Standard. The minimum requirement for labeling of components is to place a washer under each grease zerk. There may be some instances where a washer will not work, such as in the case of a pressed in grease zerk. In these applications, it is acceptable to use a point of use sticker next to the component. Color zerk caps, such as those manufactured by Oil Safe may be used if desired. The following are examples of properly labeled components.

6.0 Labeling Materials

There are a variety of solutions available to properly label equipment depending on the operating environment. Refer to Maximo or the GMI LMS Guidebook for complete listing of part numbers available.

Use the following table to select the appropriate label material.

Application/Environment / Label Material(s)
Grease zerks / Color washer (nylon)
Dry and non-abrasive / Avery polyester label 1-1/4”x1-3/4”
Light washdown or abrasive / Avery label with Demco label cover
Heavy washdown and chemical (foam) / Avery label, laminated pouch, plastic zip tie
Above product zone, metal detectable required / Avery label, shim stock, laminated pouch, stainless steel wire tie

7.0 New Equipment/Component Labeling

New equipment entering the facility on a capital project should be fully labeled prior to production startup of the equipment. The labeling is typically accomplished by the vendor or the project team during the Vendor Acceptable Testing. All components on new equipment should contain the lubricant that matches the labeling.

Spare parts that are installed on existing equipment should be labeled when installed in the facility. The labeling and the lubricants used in the component should match what is specified in the site lubrication survey, lube map, and existing point of use labeling. If the factory fill lubricant does not match, it should be drained and filled with the appropriate lubricant.