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Method Statement: For Electrical Inspection & Testing

The document outlines the method statement for an electrical inspection and testing at a site. It will be carried out according to relevant regulations and standards like the IEE Wiring Regulations. Upon arrival, the electrician will introduce themselves and explain the purpose of the inspection to the client representative. A visual inspection of the electrical installation will be performed to check for safety, wear and tear, damage, overloading, suitability and external influences. This will include inspecting a sample of components like switching devices and socket outlets.

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Method Statement: For Electrical Inspection & Testing

The document outlines the method statement for an electrical inspection and testing at a site. It will be carried out according to relevant regulations and standards like the IEE Wiring Regulations. Upon arrival, the electrician will introduce themselves and explain the purpose of the inspection to the client representative. A visual inspection of the electrical installation will be performed to check for safety, wear and tear, damage, overloading, suitability and external influences. This will include inspecting a sample of components like switching devices and socket outlets.

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Method Statement

for Electrical Inspection & Testing


Purpose The Periodic Inspection is to confirm the continued safety and serviceability of the installation and to satisfy the duty-holder that the building remains compliant with the relevant aspects of the Electricity at Work Regulations

Standards The Inspection and Testing will be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the following regulations and publications: 16th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations including Guidance Note No. 3 Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 The code of practice for in-service Inspection and Testing of electrical equipment.

General Upon arrival at site the electrician will introduce himself to the clients representative and explain the purpose and nature of the work to be carried out. This person will then be asked to accompany the electrician around the building, to point out any sensitive areas and introduce the IT manager who should confirm arrangements for shutting down the system. The shut-down will normally be for one pre-arranged time at the end of the inspection. Wherever possible the communications room will be tested at the same time as the main switchgear so that the file servers are only shut down once. It will be established that access can be gained to all relevant equipment and that keys are available or security codes known. Special attention will be paid to the telephone system which will be checked to establish it has automatic start-up after mains interruption. If not arrangements will be made for it to be reset upon re-connection of the supply.

Visual Inspection A visual inspection of the electrical installation, which is not concealed, will be carried out prior to any testing. The inspection shall include a check on the condition of all electrical equipment and material and will take the following factors into account: Safety Wear and tear Damage and corrosion Overloading and overheating Suitability and age External influences It shall be established that each circuit is adequately protected with the correct type and rating of fuse or circuit breaker. The insulation and sheath of each conductor at a sample of termination points shall be inspected to determine its condition and correct installation. The means of protection against direct contact will be verified and any deterioration of insulation, removal of barriers, obstacles or adverse alterations to enclosures, which could affect the effectiveness of the protection, will be recorded. A sample 10% of all switching devices and socket outlets shall be internally inspected and if found to be defective the sample increased as IEE Guidance Note 3. The marking and labelling of all switchgear, distribution boards and final circuits will be verified wherever possible.

R. Langston Jones & Co. Ltd.


Station Street West Business Park, Coventry, CV6 5BP Telephone 024 7666 8592 Fax 024 7666 8593

E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.langston-jones.co.uk


R. Langston Jones & Co.Ltd. Registered In England & Wales Registered Office as above. Reg. No: 2686030 VAT Reg No: 608 9177 14

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