Electrical Power Distribution System Checklist

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General System Overview & Documentation

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Reviewing system documentation and assessing overall system health.

Describe the overall electrical power distribution system layout.

Date of Last System Design Review

Total System Capacity (kVA or kW)

System Voltage Level(s)

Upload Single Line Diagram

Document any known issues or limitations of the system.

Date of Last Comprehensive System Review

Type of System Architecture (e.g., Radial, Ring)

Main Incoming Service

2 of 10

Inspection of the main electrical service entrance and related equipment.

Main Service Voltage (V)

Main Service Amperage (A)

Main Meter Reading

Last Meter Reading Date

Service Entrance Condition (Visual)

Notes/Comments on Service Entrance Condition

Disconnect Switch Operability

Service Entrance Photo

Switchgear & Distribution Panels

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Detailed examination of switchgear, distribution panels, and circuit breakers.

Panel Voltage (V)

Panel Ampacity (A)

Panel Condition (Visual)

Notes on Panel Appearance/Condition

Circuit Breaker Operation Test Result

Number of Breakers Tripped (if any)

Details of any Breaker Trips or Abnormalities

Last Maintenance Date

Busbar Condition

Transformers

4 of 10

Assessment of transformers, including visual inspection, oil level, and temperature.

Transformer KVA Rating

Input Voltage (Primary)

Output Voltage (Secondary)

Oil Level (inches from sight glass)

Oil Temperature (°C/°F)

Oil Condition (Visual Inspection)

Cooling Method

Any unusual noises or smells?

Date of Last Oil Analysis

Emergency Power System (EPS) / Generator

5 of 10

Verification of EPS functionality and generator performance (if applicable).

Generator Run Time (Hours)

Voltage Output (V)

Frequency Output (Hz)

Last Exercise Date

Exercise Start Time

Exercise Results/Observations

Fuel Level (Approximate)

Coolant Level

Generator Performance Report (if available)

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

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Inspection and testing of UPS systems (if applicable).

UPS Input Voltage (VAC)

UPS Output Voltage (VAC)

UPS Capacity (kVA or kW)

UPS Load Percentage (%)

UPS Status (Online, Standby, Test, Fault)

Last Battery Replacement Date

Observations/Notes on UPS Performance

UPS Event Log (if available)

Battery Type

Grounding & Bonding

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Verification of proper grounding and bonding throughout the electrical system.

Ground Resistance Measurement (Ohms)

Bonding Resistance Measurement (Ohms)

Grounding Electrode Type

Description of Grounding System Configuration

Visual Inspection of Grounding Connections

Areas Checked for Bonding

Last Grounding System Inspection Date

Wiring & Conduit

8 of 10

Visual inspection of wiring, conduit, and related supports.

Conduit Installation Condition Rating (1-5, 1=Poor, 5=Excellent)

Conduit Damage Observed?

If 'Other' damage selected above, please specify:

Number of Conduit Supports Securely Attached

Wiring Condition (Overall)

Wiring Degradation Observed?

If 'Other' degradation selected above, please specify:

Wire Identification (Color Coding) Consistency

Upload Photo(s) of Conduit/Wiring (if issues found)

Load Monitoring & Energy Management

9 of 10

Reviewing load monitoring data and energy management system performance.

Total Facility Power Consumption (kWh)

Peak Demand (kW)

Power Factor

Energy Management System (EMS) Status

Notes on Recent Energy Usage Trends

Last EMS Software Update Date

Energy Saving Initiatives Implemented?

Baseline Energy Consumption (kWh)

Safety & Compliance

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Verification of safety measures and compliance with relevant codes and standards.

Last Safety Audit Date

Number of Safety Violations Found in Previous Inspection

Details of Any Safety Concerns Identified

Arc Flash Risk Assessment Up-to-Date?

Date of Last Arc Flash Study

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures Reviewed?

Upload of Relevant Safety Certifications (e.g., NFPA 70E)

Compliance with Local Electrical Codes?

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