- Consumer Unit & RCD/RCBO Protection
- Circuits clearly labeled (sockets, lights, cooker, AC, pump).
- Test RCD/RCBO “TEST” buttons—confirm trip and reset.
- Record last EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) date and next due.
- Earthing & Bonding
- Earth rod/connection secure, corrosion-free; clamps tight.
- Bonding to metal water/gas pipes and roof tanks intact and labeled.
- Note latest earth resistance value (Ω).
- Surge & Lightning Protection
- SPD indicator shows healthy/green; labels present in board.
- External lightning protection where needed; down-conductor intact.
- Keep photos of SPD and labels in your records.
- Wiring, Cables & Accessories
- No heat marks, exposed copper, brittle insulation, or damaged trunking.
- Sockets/switches secure, crack-free; no overheating under load.
- Metal boxes have grommets; terminations tight.
- Overcurrent Devices (MCBs/Fuses)
- Ratings suit circuit design and appliances.
- No taped-over breakers or makeshift fuses; spare ways blanked.
- Investigate recurring trips—don’t ignore.
- Fixed Appliances & High-Load Circuits
- Cookers, water heaters, electric showers, AC units on dedicated circuits.
- Isolators accessible and labeled; no scorch marks at terminations.
- Log install/service dates; check for manufacturer recalls.
- Sockets, Extensions & Overloading
- Test sample sockets with a plug-in tester (polarity/earth).
- Avoid daisy-chained extensions; add outlets where needed.
- Kitchen/utility outlets protected by RCD/RCBO.
- Bathrooms & Outdoor Areas
- Wet-zone fittings correctly IP-rated; use pull-cords/isolation where required.
- No sockets within prohibited zones; shaver/boiler outlets protected.
- Outdoor sockets/lighting are weatherproof (IP) and RCD-protected.
- Detectors, Alarms & Emergency Lighting (if fitted)
- Smoke/heat/CO alarms correctly located and tested; replace batteries.
- Emergency lights tested for duration; signage visible.
- Log test dates; replace end-of-life units.
- Documentation & Tenant Info
- Provide tenant dos/don’ts and emergency contacts.
- Keep EICR, PAT (if applicable), warranties, previous maintenance records.
- Maintain a defects list with dates, responsible person, and close-out proof.
How to use this each year
- Do a walk-through and tick off each bullet.
- Photograph panels, SPDs, earthing, and any defects.
- Schedule fixes within 7–14 days; re-test after repairs.
- File the log with copies of certificates and photos.
