Electrical and Material Storage Inspection

1. Are all cord and cable connections intact and secure?

2. Are electrical outlets free of overloads?

3. Is fixed wiring used instead of flexible/extension cords?

4. Is the area around electrical panels and breakers free of obstructions?

5. Are high-voltage electrical service rooms kept locked?

6. Are electrical cords routed such that they are free of sharp objects and clearly visible?

7. Are all electrical cords grounded?

8. Are electrical cords in good condition (free of splices, frays, etc.)?

9. Are electrical appliances approved (UL)?

10. Are electric fans provided with guards of not over one-half inch, preventing finger exposures?

11. Are space heaters UL listed and equipped with shutoffs that activate if the heater tips over?

12. Are space heaters located away from combustibles and properly ventilated?

13. In your electrical rooms are all electrical raceways and enclosures securely fastened in place?

14. Are clamps or other securing means provided on flexible cords or cables at plugs, receptacles, tools, equipment, etc., and is the cord jacket securely held in place?

15. Is sufficient access and working space provided and maintained about all electrical equipment to permit ready and safe operations and maintenance? (This space is 3 feet for less than 600 volts, 4 feet for more than 600 volts)

1. Are storage racks and shelves capable of supporting the intended load and materials stored safely?

2. Are storage racks secured from failing?

3. Are office equipment stored in a stable manner, not capable of falling?