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Audit Title
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INSPECTION REPORT FOR SWITCHBOARDS
CVSG ASSET SERVICES PTY LTD
ABN 62 128 821 698
Conducted in accordance with:
AS/NZS 3000:2007 Wiring Rules
INSPECTION DETAILS
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Select date
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NAME OF FACILITY?
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LOCATION OF TEST - ROOM NO.?
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SWITCHBOARD NUMBER
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SWITCHBOARD TYPE
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Type of Inspection?
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ASSET NO. BAR CODE AVAILABLE?
INSPECTION
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All electrical equipment & fittings in good condition?
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Wiring and switches - Check general condition of conduits, connectors, switches and wiring especially in damp and outdoor areas.
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Operation - Check to ensure all items of equipment are capable of satisfactory operation.
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Contacts and relays - Check and clean contacts or relays. Notify the Principal’s Representative of any faulty contacts or relays that need replacement.
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Overload ratings - Check overload ratings against motor nameplate ratings.
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Fuses Check all fuses for correct rating. Check fuse connections are tight. Inspect fuse-links for signs of deterioration.
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Electrical connections - Check connections at motors, switchboards and equipment subject to vibration. Re-tighten cable terminations as necessary
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Interpole barriers - Inspect interpole barriers and shrouds where fitted.
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Cable insulation - Check cable insulation. Notify the Principal’s Representative of any damaged or faulty exposed cable insulation.
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Switchboard - Vacuum clean the switchboard interior and remove an rubbish.
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Door / panel seals - Check door / panel seals. Notify the Principal’s Representative of any damaged or faulty seals.
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Wiring diagrams Check and report where wiring diagram(s) are considered to be incorrect. This diagram should preferably be laminated and wall mounted.
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Earthing Check continuity to earth.
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Neutral current Check and record neutral current.
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General Perform service items listed in Clause 5.1. 5.1 Switchboards Supplying Fire Safety Installations Perform all of the service requirements as detailed under for the following switchboards: • Main fire and essential services switchboard supplying fire safety installations • Air conditioning switchboards / stair pressurisation switchboards / motor control centres supplying fire safety installations where fans operate under fire alarm mode
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Indicating lights Check operation and replace lamps as required.
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Meters Record all meter readings including instantaneous and maximum demand values and the date. Reset maximum demand meters.
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Combined Fuse Switches (CFS Units): • Open switch and door and check operation of indicator • Withdraw moving fuse contact carrier and arc chamber • Check fuse-links for signs of deterioration and connection tightness • Verify fuse ratings are correct • Inspect contact surfaces, and clean, treat and/or adjust contacts in accordance with manufacturer's instruction • Clean and lubricate switch mechanism • Re-assemble unit and test operation.
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Switchgear including ACBs, contactors, isolators, busties, controls, etc • Inspect indicating devices such as mechanical 'ON' and 'OFF' indicators, etc to ensure that they are in good order and operating correctly • Verify that interlocks and padlocking devices operate correctly and make adjustments where required eg castel key interlocks for main isolators and bus-tie switches, automatic transfer switches.
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Insulation resistance Check and record insulation resistance levels of the main switchboard for each transformer fed section for the following: • Each phase to phase • Each phase to neutral • Each phase to earth. NOTE: Test voltages shall be 1 kV for main circuits and shall not exceed 500 V for small wiring and ancillary components.
SWITCHBOARD ROOM / CUPBOARD
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Check clearance around switchboard. Ensure rubbish, spare parts, stock etc does not infringe on mandatory clearances around switchboard.
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Check clear access to and from exit doors for switch rooms
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Check all exit doors are clearly labelled and are properly secured to prevent the entrance of an unauthorised person from outside whilst at all times allowing free escape from inside.
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Check effectiveness of ventilation of switch room
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Vacuum clean floor space.
SWITCHBOARD
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Check effectiveness of ventilation of switchboard cubicles (if applicable). Clean and/or replace filter(s) if fitted.
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Open and/or remove all doors, access panels, cable covers, escutcheon panels etc and carry out the following work: • Inspect for any evidence of dampness or condensation • Check operation of any heater and inspect any anticondensation finishes for signs of deterioration • Check for smells that might indicate overloading or deterioration of equipment/components. • Check for noises that might indicate electrical discharge, tracking or looseness of components or equipment that requires servicing eg contactors • Inspect insulation for signs of deterioration or tracking • Inspect switchgear, controls, cabling, busbars etc for dust build-up, signs of overheating/loose connections and general condition of equipment • Check any penetrations in the switchboard are sealed • Check for rodent/pest infestation. Treat and clean as required Close and/or reinstall doors, access panels, cable covers, escutcheon panels etc after the thermoscan and all other items have been completed. Ensure all fixings for panels etc are installed and securely tightened.
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Check labels are legible and suitably attached. Refix any labels that have been dislodged.
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Check circuit schedules are available and legible.
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Check for signs of corrosion and/or condition of : • Paint • Door locking handles and levers • Hinges • Cable access points.
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Clean all external surfaces of the switchboard to remove any dust.
SURGE DIVERTERS
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• Inspect condition of surge diverters, where fitted, in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and report if less then 50% of life remaining • Inspect existing surge diverters to determine if they visually indicate the integrity of the surge diverter protection • Inspect all main switchboards to determine if surge diverters are fitted Report to Principal’s Representative your findings above.
INSPECTION COMPLETE
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INSTALLATION COMPLIANT WITH AS/NZS 3000:2007?
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