Electrical Preventive Maintenance Checklist
A printable electrical PM checklist: panels and breakers, GFCI and AFCI, grounding, emergency lighting and equipment. Edit it, print or save as PDF.
How to use| Item | OK | Needs attention | N/A | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety and readings | ||||
| Work planned, equipment de-energized and locked out where required | ||||
| Arc flash / shock warning labels present and legible | ||||
| Voltage L1-L2 ( V) / L2-L3 ( V) / L1-L3 ( V) | ||||
| Current L1 ( A) / L2 ( A) / L3 ( A) | ||||
| Neutral current ( A) | ||||
| Panels and switchboards | ||||
| Enclosures clean and dry, covers and dead-fronts in place | ||||
| Working space clear, no storage in front of panels | ||||
| Circuit directory current and legible | ||||
| No signs of overheating, arcing, moisture or corrosion | ||||
| Breakers: none damaged or double-tapped, handles operate | ||||
| Enclosure vents and filters clean | ||||
| Optional: terminations torqued to manufacturer spec | ||||
| Optional: infrared scan under load (hot spots ) | ||||
| Optional: insulation resistance test ( MΩ) | ||||
| Protection and grounding | ||||
| GFCI devices tested (test button) | ||||
| AFCI breakers tested (test button) | ||||
| Grounding electrode conductor and clamps secure | ||||
| Main bonding jumper and equipment bonding in place | ||||
| Surge protective device status indicator normal | ||||
| Lighting and emergency | ||||
| Emergency lights: monthly 30-second test | ||||
| Emergency lights: annual 90-minute test (date ) | ||||
| Exit signs lit, battery backup working | ||||
| Exterior lighting, timers and photocells working | ||||
| Equipment | ||||
| Disconnects labeled and operate | ||||
| Motor terminal boxes closed, connections tight | ||||
| Transformers: no unusual noise, heat or leaks; vents clear | ||||
| Generator / transfer switch exercised (see generator checklist) | ||||
| Deficiencies recorded and reported to owner | ||||
How to use
- The electrical PM template is already loaded, with safety and readings, panels, protection and grounding, lighting and equipment sections.
- Add your business name, logo and the job details, or leave them blank to fill in by hand.
- Edit, add, remove or move items and sections. The preview updates as you type.
- Press Print, or Save as PDF and choose “Save as PDF” in the print window.
- Save a draft to reuse the same checklist on your next job.
About this electrical preventive maintenance checklist
Use it as an electrical panel maintenance checklist or a PM schedule sheet for commercial and residential buildings. Write voltage and current readings in the blanks. Torque checks, infrared scans and insulation resistance tests are marked optional, so delete them if you don't do them. For a quick condition check, use the electrical inspection checklist.
Follow your local code and manufacturer instructions; this is a general checklist.
Questions
What is included in electrical preventive maintenance?
Visual checks of panels and switchboards, signs of heat or moisture, breaker condition, labeling and working space, GFCI and AFCI tests, grounding and bonding, emergency and exit lighting, and disconnects, motors and transformers. Many programs add torque checks and infrared scans.
Is this an NFPA 70B compliance document?
No. It is a general maintenance template. NFPA 70B and your insurer or authority having jurisdiction may require a documented program, specific tests and qualified persons. Use this sheet to record your own checks.
Should panels be opened while energized?
Only by qualified persons using safe work practices and the right PPE. Visual checks with covers on, and work done de-energized and locked out, are safer where possible.