Electrical Maintenance
Risk Assessment Checklist
Complete all sections before commencing electrical maintenance work
1. Basic Information
2. Tasks Being Assessed
Electrical maintenance tasks listed
Live control circuit work identified
Panel access requirements noted
Component replacement steps listed
Isolation procedure included
Testing after repair considered
3. Electrical Hazards Identified
Electric shock risk assessed
Arc flash hazards identified
Stored energy hazards considered
Unexpected energisation assessed
Fire risk from overheating cables evaluated
Control system failure risk considered
Earthing / grounding assessed
| Initial Risk Rating | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Likelihood (1–5) | Severity (1–5) | Risk Score (L×S) | Rating |
| — | — | ||
Low (1–6) Medium (7–14) High (15–25)
4. Existing Controls in Place
LOTO (Lock Out / Tag Out) procedures verified
Isolation points labelled
Warning signs installed
Insulated tools available
Arc-flash PPE provided
Up-to-date drawings / schematics available
Preventative maintenance schedule in place
5. Additional Controls Needed
| Action Required | Responsible Person | Target Date |
|---|---|---|
6. Residual Risk (After Controls Applied)
Likelihood re-scored after controls
Severity re-scored after controls
Residual risk rating completed
7. Sign-Off & Authorisation
Assessor Signature
Date:
Print Name:
Manager Approval Signature
Date:
Print Name:
8. Technician Briefing Record
| Technician Name | Signature | Date Briefed |
|---|---|---|