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Energy Substation Inspection Checklist Template

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Visual Inspection - General

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Initial assessment of overall substation condition and appearance.

Substation Identification Number

Date of Inspection

Time of Inspection

Weather Conditions

Overall Impression/Notes

Evidence of Unauthorized Access?

Ambient Temperature (°C)

Vegetation Management

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Assessment of vegetation growth around substation and potential hazards.

Vegetation Clearance Distance (Feet)

Vegetation Type Observed

Description of Vegetation Growth

Last Vegetation Control Date

Photographs of Vegetation

Vegetation Condition

Security Perimeter

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Verification of fence integrity, gate operation, and security systems.

Fence Height (feet)

Gate Operation Status

Perimeter Lighting Status

Last Perimeter Inspection Date

Comments/Observations Regarding Perimeter Security

Location of Breached Point (if any)

Photos of Perimeter (Optional)

Transformers

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Inspection of transformer bushings, cooling systems, and oil levels.

Oil Level (inches)

Oil Temperature (°C)

Turns Ratio

Bushing Condition

Remarks/Observations

Last Oil Sample Date

Attach Oil Sample Analysis Report

Circuit Breakers

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Check for proper operation, lubrication, and condition of breaker mechanisms.

Operating Time (Seconds)

Reclosing Time (Seconds)

Mechanism Type

Mechanism Lubrication Notes

Last Lubrication Date

Abnormalities Observed

Inspector Signature

Disconnect Switches

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Verification of switch operation and alignment.

Switch Position Verification

Switch Operating Time (seconds)

Lubrication Status

Visual Condition Notes

Last Lubrication Date

Mechanism Condition

Busbars

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Inspection for corrosion, overheating, and proper connections.

Busbar Temperature (°C)

Busbar Material

Busbar Condition

Description of any defects or abnormalities

Busbar Oxidation Measurement (mm)

Date of Last Cleaning

Attach Photo of Busbar Condition

Insulators

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Assessment of insulator condition, cleanliness, and leakage current.

Insulator Surface Temperature (°C)

Insulator Material Type

Insulator Condition (Visual)

Description of any Defects/Damage

Leakage Current (mA)

Presence of Contaminants

Grounding System

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Verification of ground connections and resistance levels.

Ground Resistance (Ohms)

Transient Overvoltage Suppression (TOV) Resistance (Ohms)

Grounding Electrode Condition

Observations/Notes on Grounding System

Last Grounding Inspection Date

Inspector Signature

Control & Monitoring Systems

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Check for proper function of SCADA, protective relays, and metering devices.

SCADA System Uptime (Hours)

Relay Status - CB1

Last Relay Calibration

Event Log Summary

Communication Latency (ms)

Battery Backup Status

Emergency Power Systems

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Test and inspect generators, UPS, and battery backup systems.

Generator Voltage (V)

UPS Battery Voltage (V)

Battery State of Charge (%)

Last Generator Test Date

Time of Last Generator Start

Generator Load Test Result

Notes/Comments

Fire Protection Systems

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Verification of fire extinguishers, suppression systems, and alarm functionality.

Last Fire Extinguisher Inspection Date

Number of Fire Extinguishers Present

Fire Suppression System Status

Fire Alarm System Status

Last Fire Drill Time

Notes/Observations Regarding Fire Protection Systems

Environmental Compliance

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Assessment of oil containment, spill prevention, and waste disposal practices.

Oil Level in Containment Dikes (Feet)

Last Spill Prevention Plan Review Date

Waste Oil Storage Status

Environmental Permits Current?

Recent Environmental Audit Report

Description of any Environmental Concerns

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