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Routine inspection and preventive maintenance record for electrical switchboards
Mark P (Pass), F (Fail), or N/A for each item. Record observations in the Notes column.
| # | Inspection Item | P | F | N/A | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visual Inspection | |||||
| 1 | Switchboard enclosure free of damage, dents, or corrosion | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 2 | All panels and covers securely fastened with no missing fasteners | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 3 | No signs of overheating, discolouration, or burn marks | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 4 | Adequate clearance maintained around switchboard (AS/NZS 3000) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 5 | Interior free of dust, debris, vermin, or moisture ingress | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| Connections & Terminations | |||||
| 6 | All busbar connections torqued to manufacturer specifications | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 7 | Cable terminations tight with no loose or overheated lugs | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 8 | Neutral and earth connections secure and correctly identified | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 9 | No signs of arcing, pitting, or carbon tracking on contacts | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 10 | Cable insulation intact with no cracking, fraying, or discolouration | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| Circuit Breakers | |||||
| 11 | All circuit breakers operate freely (manual toggle test) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 12 | RCDs tested using test button and trip time verified | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 13 | Circuit breaker ratings match circuit load requirements | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 14 | No tripped or bypassed breakers present | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 15 | Spare circuit breaker positions blanked off correctly | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| Labelling | |||||
| 16 | Circuit directory up to date and legible | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 17 | All circuits clearly labelled matching directory | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 18 | Warning and danger signs displayed and in good condition | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 19 | Emergency contact details and isolation procedures posted | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| Thermal Imaging | |||||
| 20 | Thermal scan completed on all connections under load | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 21 | No hot spots exceeding 10°C above ambient detected | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 22 | Thermal images recorded and filed for comparison | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 23 | Phase balance within acceptable tolerance (less than 10% imbalance) | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
| 24 | Corrective actions raised for any anomalies identified | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | |
Declaration
I confirm that the above inspection has been completed in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules and relevant state electrical safety legislation. All defects identified have been recorded and reported for corrective action.
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