Get Switchboard Testing Checklist

“All you need to do is open your switchboard and press the “Test” button on each of your safety switches. If they are working properly, the power will instantly trip off on that circuit.

Inspect all switchgear installations at frequent intervals. Perform a visual inspection, front and rear, to see that there is no evidence of loose parts, warping, or undue vibration. Take steps to remedy any deficiencies of this nature that may appear. Keep the assembly dry.

Periodic Inspection and Testing (sometimes referred to as Periodic Electrical Inspection) is a procedure completed by qualified electricians and is carried out to ensure that the installation is safe and has not deteriorated. Unlike an initial verification, the periodic inspection should not be intrusive.

Wiring and Bolted Connection Checks for Switchgear and Switchboards. Bolted electrical connections should be inspected for high resistance, either by use of a low-resistance ohmmeter (DLRO), calibrated torque-wrench, or infrared scan.

It a strong safety recommendation that all Body Corporates complete switchboard inspections every 2 years as a minimum as it a critical piece of infrastructure for the supply of power to the building.

It a strong safety recommendation that all Body Corporates complete switchboard inspections every 2 years as a minimum as it a critical piece of infrastructure for the supply of power to the building.

Unimpeded space of at least 0.6 metres around the switchboards with switchboard doors in any position and switchgear fully racked out position.

“All you need to do is open your switchboard and press the “Test” button on each of your safety switches. If they are working properly, the power will instantly trip off on that circuit.