SOP Training Script Template

# [Process Name] Standard Operating Procedure

## Purpose
This SOP covers [brief description of what this procedure accomplishes].

## Scope
This procedure applies to [who/what this applies to].

## Required Materials/Equipment
- [Item 1]
- [Item 2]
- [Item 3]

## Safety Precautions
Before starting:
- [Safety requirement 1]
- [Safety requirement 2]

## Procedure Steps

### Step 1: [Action Name]
[Detailed instructions]
- Checkpoint: [What to verify before moving on]

### Step 2: [Action Name]
[Detailed instructions]
- Checkpoint: [What to verify before moving on]

### Step 3: [Action Name]
[Detailed instructions]
- Checkpoint: [What to verify before moving on]

### Step 4: [Action Name]
[Detailed instructions]
- Checkpoint: [What to verify before moving on]

## Quality Control
Verify the following before completing:
- [ ] [Quality check 1]
- [ ] [Quality check 2]
- [ ] [Quality check 3]

## Troubleshooting
If [problem], then [solution].
If [problem], then [solution].

## Documentation
Record the following:
- [What to document]
- [Where to document it]

Filled Example: Equipment Startup SOP

# Equipment Startup Standard Operating Procedure

## Purpose
This SOP covers the proper startup sequence for the CNC milling machine to ensure safe and efficient operation.

## Scope
This procedure applies to all operators certified to use the CNC milling machine in Building A.

## Required Materials/Equipment
- Safety glasses
- Work gloves
- Machine key
- Startup checklist form

## Safety Precautions
Before starting:
- Ensure emergency stop button is accessible
- Verify no personnel in the machine area
- Wear required PPE

## Procedure Steps

### Step 1: Pre-Start Inspection
Visually inspect the machine for any obvious damage or debris
- Checkpoint: All guards are in place and secured

### Step 2: Power On Sequence
Turn the main power switch to ON, wait for system boot (30 seconds)
- Checkpoint: All indicator lights show green

### Step 3: System Calibration
Run the auto-calibration routine from the control panel
- Checkpoint: Calibration complete message displays

### Step 4: Test Run
Execute a dry run with no material loaded
- Checkpoint: Movement is smooth with no unusual sounds

## Quality Control
Verify the following before completing:
- [ ] All safety interlocks functioning
- [ ] Spindle running at correct speed
- [ ] Coolant system operational

## Troubleshooting
If calibration fails, power cycle and retry.
If unusual noise detected, stop immediately and notify supervisor.

## Documentation
Record the following:
- Startup time and operator name
- Any issues noted during startup
- Log in the daily machine checklist