Electrical Maintenance Checklist
Electricians and maintenance personnel can use this electrical
maintenance checklist as a guide to ensure all of the electrical
equipment and assets are in good condition, including insulators,
supports connectors, batteries, and chargers.
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Electrical Equipment
Recommendations Instruction
• Vacuum the panels and room to remove dust, dirt and debris
• Wipe down with lint free rags and solvents if needed, nonflammable
solvents only
• Check for signs of moisture or contamination
• If present, check that windows are in working order
• Verify that surface mounted wiring is labeled UF-B, UV resistant and is
located in areas
not subject to abrasion or physical damage
• For conduit wiring, verify Schedule 40 PVC is used and wire is for wet
locations i.e. THWN.
• Verify that electrical raceways and cable trays are used exclusively for
electrical conductors
Electrical equipment room # Text answer
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1 Access door is marked and in working order Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
2 Free of excessive dust, dirt and debris Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
3 No storage. Clearance of at least 36 inches from panels Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
4 Adequate lighting Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
5 Free of water or potential sources of water Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
6 Check for burning or “ozone” odors Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
7 Room is well ventilated Select one
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[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
8 Panel doors in working order Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
9 Front panel is present and no open slots are present Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
10 Free of excessive dust and dirt Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
11 Seal and gaskets are installed Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
12 All the wiring is reaching completely into the box and properly Select one
secured
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
13 No punch-out missing Select one
[ ] Yes
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[ ] No
[ ] N/A
14 All the breakers are labeled Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
15 If present, check for heater elements Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
16 If present, check for fans Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
17 Check for arc flash protection warning signs Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
18 Check for identification of disconnecting means and circuit Select one
directories for panelboards, switchboards,
switchgears and similar equipment
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
Switchgears (Insulators, Supports and Connectors)
Recommendations Instruction
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⍰ If exposed to the environment, increase the frequency or maintenance
⍰ Clean all ceramic materials
⍰ Vacuum dirt and debris
⍰ Exercise circuit breakers annually
⍰ Bi-annual interior inspection/cleaning of distribution panels by licensed
electrician
19 Check for signs of cracking, broken pieces or any sign of physical Select one
damage
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
20 Free of dirt and debris Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
21 Check for evidence of moisture Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
22 Check for evidence of tracking, arching or overheating Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
23 Check for bolts and connecting devices for signs of physical Select one
damage
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
24 Ensure bolts have proper tightness Select one
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[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
25 If present, copper and aluminum conductors, check for galvanic Select one
action
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
26 Check for insulation: deterioration, cracking, flaking or Select one
overheating
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
27 Inspect for missing parts Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
Batteries
Battery Station # Text answer
Recommendations Instruction
Batteries emit explosive gases while charging, allow no open flames or
sparks
Battery room should be ventilated using a “rated” fan
No smoking should be permitted
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28 Battery surface clean of dust and dirt accumulation Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
29 Check for all terminals and connections being tight and clean Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
30 Check for corrosion on battery terminals Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
31 Check for stranded cables, corroded or separated Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
32 Check electrolyte levels and specific gravity. Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
Charger
Charger # Text answer
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33 Free of dirt and debris Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
34 Check for terminal connections Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
35 Check that all relays, lights, and other indicating devices are Select one
working properly
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
Electric Motor
Electric Motor # Text answer
36 Check for damage caused by dirt, loose parts or foreign objects Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
37 Check air inlets are not blocked Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
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38 Check for evidence of moisture and/or dirt build-up Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
39 Check for unusual noises, leaking seals or high vibration Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
40 If present, check oil level gages Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
41 Check for degradation of foundation, bed plates, anchor bolts Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
42 If present, check for oil ring turning Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
43 Check for evidence of leaking oil and water from piping and Select one
connections
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
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44 Check for scheduled lubrication according to manufacturer's Select one
instructions
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
45 For critical motors, check bearings daily using a stethoscope or Select one
infrared scanner (or camera, if
appropriate)
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
46 Check bearing surface temperature with a thermometer, Select one
electronic temperature sensing
devices, or stick-on temperature indicating labels
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
47 Check belt tension; belts should have about 1 in. of play; sheaves Select one
should be seated firmly with
little or no play
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
Additional Check
48 Verify that wiring methods are securely fastened in place, Select one
supported independently
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
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49 Verify that boxes are installed at junction, splice, outlet, switch, Select one
and pull points
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
50 Identify wet and damp locations and the suitability of boxes and Select one
fittings
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
51 Verify that cabinets or cutout boxes are suitable and properly Select one
installed in any wet or damp
locations
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
52 Verify that cables are secured to cabinets and cutout boxes or Select one
that the conditions for cables
with nonmetallic sheaths are met
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
53 Verify that any switches in wet locations are properly installed in Select one
waterproof enclosures
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
54 Verify that the point of attachment for an overhead service drop Select one
is adequate and will provide
minimum clearances
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[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
55 Verify that GFCI protection is provided for receptacles in Select one
bathrooms, near sinks, outdoors, on
rooftops, indoor wet areas, outdoor areas and in garages
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
56 Check transformer installations for adequate ventilation and Select one
spacing from walls and obstructions
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
57 Periodic transformer oil testing Select one
[ ] Yes
[ ] No
[ ] N/A
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