ESTC Standard 6 2013 Edition v1 1
ESTC Standard 6 2013 Edition v1 1
ESTC Standard 6 2013 Edition v1 1
Prepared by:
The Explosives Storage and Transport Committee
Explosive Storage & Transport Committee
Ministry of Defence Page i
Manual of Standards for Storage and Transport of
Military Explosives
Part 1 – Electrical
2013 Edition
(Incorporating Amendment No. 1 – July ‘13)
Prepared by:
The Explosives Storage and Transport Committee
Ministry of Defence
ESTC Standard No. 6 Part 1 – Electrical: 2013 Edition (Inc Amendment No. 1) i
Table of Contents
Record of Amendments ii
Foreword iii
Abbreviations iv
Definitions v
1. Introduction to the 2013 Edition 1
2. Availability of Standard 1
3. Applicability of this standard 2
4. Purpose of this publication 2
5. Types of Explosives Facilities 3
6. Principles of Design, Commissioning & Maintenance 3
7. Electrical Categories and Standards for Electrical Installations 3
8. Safe Working and Competency 3
9. Frequency of Inspection & Testing 3
10. Remedial Action Codes 4
11. Contractors’ Responsibilities to MOD 5
12. Logbook Requirements 5
13. Initial Verification Logbook Entries 5
14. Minor Works Logbook Entries 6
15. Periodic Inspections Logbook Entries 6
16. Technical Authority and Advice 7
17. Inspection & Testing Schedule & Methodology 8
18. Job Descriptions 9
19. Minimum Frequency of Maintenance for Cat A, B & DSEAR Zones 18
20. Minimum Frequency of Maintenance for Cat C, D & Unlicensed buildings 19
Record of Amendments
Amendment Date Author
From 2008 Edition, revision 1b - Updated to take
account of updates to the following standards: DOSG ST3a
BS7671:2008 (2011), BS EN 62305:2011 & BS
DOSG ST3a1
EN 60079-17. Additional guidance is given on April 2013
DIO Ops-North PTS6
compilation of logbooks. Pass criteria for LPS
earth electrode measurements have changed. DIO Ops-North PTS6a
General reformatting of document.
Amendment No 1 (Changes are noted by bars at
side of page):
• Minor editorial/formatting changes,
• Clarification of ‘large and small buildings in
section 4.
• Addition of MOD Form 2212 for RCD 3
monthly functional checks, DOSG ST3a
July 2013
• Removed job description of LPS visual DOSG ST3a1
inspection as this information is present in
MOD Form 2209,
• MS Word MOD Forms are now unprotected
allowing entry of LPS diagrams into MOD
Form 2209 and facility drawing/photo into
MOD Form 2200.
ESTC Standard No. 6 Part 1 – Electrical: 2013 Edition (Inc Amendment No. 1) iii
Foreword
ESTC Standard No 6 is the MOD’s requirements for commissioning, inspection, testing and
maintenance of works for explosives facilities in accordance with JSP 482 Chapter 8. It has been
mandated for these purposes since 2003 when it replaced Defence Estates (DE) Functional
Standard 10 (FS10).
It is produced by the Electrical Safety Working Group (ESWG) of the Explosive Storage and
Transport Committee (ESTC) and references all relevant British and European Standards for
maintenance of electrical installations, lightning protection systems (LPS), ATEX equipment and
conducting and anti-static floors. By referencing all of these relevant standards the end result is a
standardised framework for maintenance frequency and reporting format across the whole of the
MOD’s explosives estate.
All personnel who have responsibilities in the maintenance and management of explosives
facilities shall be fully aware of the contents of this document and JSP482 Chapter 8. The following
is a list of personnel who this document is applicable to; it is not exhaustive and may differ from
site to site:
Prime Contractors
Service Personnel
Any other parties involved in undertaking the commissioning, inspection, testing and maintenance
of Works for Explosives Facilities on the MOD estate
The application of the requirements contained within this Standard is mandatory. Failure to comply
may result in explosives licences being removed or suspended by the licensing authority.
This Standard has been devised for the use of the Crown and of its contractors in the execution of
contracts for the Crown and, subject to the Unfair Contracts Terms Act 1977, the Crown will not be
liable in any way what-so-ever (including but without limitation negligence on the part of the Crown,
its servants or agents) where this Standard is used for other purposes.
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Abbreviations
The following list of abbreviations appears within this document.
Definitions
The following definitions also appear within this document:
The industry standards and guidelines referred to below remain central to ESTC Standard 6.
Compliance with these standards is a minimum requirement where indicated. Particular aspects of
ESTC Standard 6 are intended to be an enhancement of the industry standards where necessary.
This takes into account the higher risks which are present for certain MOD explosive storage and
processing applications when compared to the industry applications to which they were intended
for. The applicable standards referred to are:
HSE Approved Code of Practice and Guidance, (L138), Dangerous Substances and Explosive
Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) 2002. This applies to Category A and B areas as defined within
JSP 482 Chapter 8, along with any zone as defined within DSEAR.
HSE Approved Code of Practice and Guidance, (L139), Manufacture and Storage of
Explosives Regulations (MSER) 2005. This applies to all explosives buildings.
IET Wiring Regulation (BS7671:2008) including Amendment 1. This came into force in
January 2012 and all electrical installations thereafter are to be designed and
maintained in accordance with these updated regulations.
This edition of ESTC Standard 6 has therefore been produced to incorporate these latest updates.
The requirements for maintenance of conductive floors have not been changed although greater
clarity and direction has been given.
2. Availability of Standard
Copies of ESTC Standard 6 MOD Forms are available in PDF format on-line from the Defence
intranet at:
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http://defenceintranet.diif.r.mil.uk/Organisations/Orgs/HOCS/Organisations/Orgs/DSEA/Pages/MO
DForms.aspx
All record sheets are available as MOD Forms which can be individually selected by the user and
completed electronically or printed as hard copy templates. Contractors without access to the MOD
Intranet should request copies from their MOD Sponsor/Customer.
For applications overseas, the Host Nation’s regulations will apply only if they are the more
stringent and acceptable to the Licensing Authority.
This Standard applies to fixed installations only, including both 50/60Hz and 400Hz. When testing
400Hz systems care shall be taken to ensure that the personnel performing maintenance activities
possess the knowledge, experience and correct specialist test equipment in order to attain correct
readings.
Installations that fall below the prescribed criteria in this Standard may have their licences revoked
by the Licensing Authority responsible until appropriate remedial action has been completed. The
Inspectors of Explosives (IE) responsible for regulation and licensing of explosives facilities are
detailed in JSP 482 Chapter 3.
Is required for the inspection, testing and maintenance of electrical installations for
facilities for the safe storage, processing and testing of explosive substances and
articles.
Complies with the relevant British Standards and associated Codes of Practice.
Facilitates the development of a regular inspection and testing programme for the
electrical installations of explosives facilities to ensure that these continue to function in
a safe manner.
Safety precautions, including competency and qualifications of maintenance staff responsible for
commissioning, inspection and testing shall be in accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 section 18
‘Commissioning, Inspection and Testing of Electrical Installations and Equipment’ and JSP 482
Chapter 18 ‘Works Services, The Control and Protection of Contractors in Explosives Facilities’.
There are adverse environmental conditions e.g. high and low temperatures, high
humidity, corrosive atmosphere etc.
The status of all electrical inspections shall be posted on the facility notice board to enable building
users to establish building condition. MOD Form 2211 provides an example model form for
capturing this information.
Test and Inspection shall incorporate 100% of final circuits for Initial Verification. For subsequent
periodic testing of very large buildings testing may be carried out on a sampling basis with the
agreement of the HOE or their nominated ESR. Sampling must include as a minimum 33% of
circuits and all circuits must have been tested within a 6 year period. Note that for small facilities
with few circuits 100% shall be subjected to testing at each periodic test date. No definition for
‘large’ or ‘small’ buildings is given in this standard; this is left to the discretion of the contractor, but
common sense should prevail, with as many circuits tested and inspected as practicable, taking
due regard for the hazards associated with explosives buildings.
Full guidance on the interpretation of these codes is out of the scope of this document. Further
information can be found in the following:
Electrical Safety Council Best Practice Guide Number 4 Issue 3: ‘Electrical installation
condition reporting: Classification Codes for domestic and similar electrical installations’
IET Wiring Matters Winter 2011 Edition: ‘Observation codes used for periodic inspection
and testing of electrical installations within the scope of BS7671:2008 (2011)‘
While these codes officially are required only for the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
with respect to BS7671 test and inspection, to simplify the defect reporting process of all
maintenance activities within ESTC Standard 6 the codes have been adopted for all other tests and
inspections.
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Original versions of the certificates specified below are also to be provided to the HoE or
nominated deputy for inclusion into the PES logbook.
Maintenance records must be kept for the life of the building, or for a minimum of 11 years.
All applicable electrical inspection and test Certificates and Record sheets (MOD
Forms) detailed within this document.
Explosion Protection Document (see JSP482 Chapter 8 for details) for Category A, B
and DSEAR Zones.
The ESTC Standard 6 logbook entry for initial verification shall include:
MOD Form 2207 – Visual, Close & Detailed Inspections Specific to Category A, B &
DSEAR zones (if applicable)
MOD Form 2208 – Generic Schedule of Electrical Installation Test Results (if
applicable)
MOD Form 2210 – Conducting and Anti-static Floor Record Sheets (if applicable)
The Minor Works Certificate shall indicate which aspects of the facility installation are affected and
the corresponding MOD Forms are to be completed and added to the facility log book.
The ESTC Standard 6 logbook entry for Minor Works shall include:
MOD Form 2200 - Front Cover Sheet (if not already available)
MOD Form 2204 - Electrical Supply Characteristics (if changed or not already
available)
MOD Form 2210 - Conducting and Anti-static Floor Record Sheets (if applicable)
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Typically minor works may include addition or replacement of an electrical socket or light fitting,
replacement of lightning protection system components, or additional bonding for a conducting floor
etc.
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MOD Form 2200 - Front Cover Sheet (if not already available)
MOD Form 2204 - Electrical Supply Characteristics (if applicable and not already
available)
MOD Form 2206 - Electrical Installation Periodic Visual Inspection Record Sheets (if
applicable)
MOD Form 2207 – Visual, Close & Detailed Inspections Specific to Category A, B and
DSEAR zones (if applicable)
MOD Form 2208 – Generic Schedule of Electrical Installation Test Results (if
applicable)
MOD Form 2210 - Conducting & Anti-static Floor Record Sheets (if applicable)
An Installation Periodic Condition Report Certificate (MOD Form 2203) shall be provided for each
separate inspection/test or group of inspections/tests carried out at any one time (except for RCD
functional checks). Without the supporting condition report, the test results shall not be valid. In
addition, it is not acceptable to add new test records to any existing, completed forms or
certificates.
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Note for RCD Functional checks there is no requirement to complete MOD Form 2203.
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Dispensations and rulings can only be given by the relevant IE in consultation with TA (Electrical
Safety).
IET GN3 provides comprehensive guidance on the inspection and testing of electrical
installations.
Guidance for LPS and Conducting & Anti-static floor maintenance is given in this
document.
The results of the maintenance activities detailed below are to be recorded on the MOD Forms
indicated and filed as per the direction given in the Logbook Requirements section of this
publication and they are to be compared against past results. Any significant trend or change is to
be investigated.
In addition to completing the test result record sheets, the appropriate Certificate (Initial Verification,
Minor Installation Works or Periodic Installation Condition Report) shall also be completed.
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For Category C and D Electrical Installations carry out a visual inspection as follows:
For initial verification carry out in accordance with GN3 Section 2.6 ‘Initial inspection’
and record results on MOD Form 2205.
For periodic inspections, carry out in accordance with GN3 section 3.9 ‘Periodic
Inspection’ at the frequency given in Table 2 and record results on MOD Form 2206.
Job 2 - Close and Detailed Inspection and Physical Checks (For Cat A, Cat B &
DSEAR Zones)
Carry out Close and Detailed Inspections in accordance with BS EN 60079-17 and record the
results on MOD Form 2207.
NOTE
The insulation resistance to earth and between conductors shall be not less than 2MΩ.
NOTES
1. The line / earth fault loop impedance shall be measured at the following locations as
appropriate:
Socket outlets
2. Where it is unsafe to measure earth fault loop impedance due to exposing live terminals, Zs
may be calculated using the Ze + (R1 + R2) formulae, as described in IET GN3.
3. When this test is carried out it is essential that all sensitive equipment is disconnected or
damage to electronic equipment may occur. In the case of Category A, B and DSEAR zoned
installations, frequent disconnection of ATEX certified accessories/equipment may lead to
degradation of such accessories/equipment. Therefore, it is recommended that this test should
only be carried out at a Detailed Inspection for Ex “d”, Ex “e”, Ex “n” and Ex “p” installations. For
Ex “i” installations the test should only be carried out when Visual and Close Inspections
suggest a loss of cable integrity.
NOTES
1. All RCDs/RCBOs are to be tested by a competent person with an approved test instrument
every 12 months. On completion, the test push button shall be operated and verified for its
effectiveness. RCDs/RCBOs that fail the test shall have their respective circuits isolated until
the defective devices are repaired or replaced.
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2. RCDs incorporated within socket outlets shall be tested by a competent person 3 using the
integral test device (e.g. push button) prior to each use and with a maximum duration between
tests not exceeding three months. All RCDs incorporated within socket outlets that fail this “trip
test” are to be removed from service until either repaired or replaced.
2. The testing of LPS shall not be undertaken when a thunderstorm warning is in place or lightning
activity is observed.
3. Before disconnecting the lightning protection earth it shall be tested to ensure that it is not
“live”, using a sensitive testing device (e.g. clamp-on milliammeter).
4. Test Results shall be compared to previous results and trend analysis carried out to ascertain
whether there has been a significant degradation of the earthing.
Understand the complete requirements of visual inspections and tests as they relate to
the installed LPS.
6. Buildings within the explosive storage & processing area which are exempt from the
requirements of LPS 4, but which have a legacy LPS installed shall be subjected to a visual
inspection only, for the purposes of identifying broken conductors. Where such ‘open circuits’
are found remedial action shall be carried out to fix them.
NOTE
EA Technology in Chester, UK, has developed a LPS training course which is specifically aimed at
explosives buildings on the MOD estate. Details can be found at
www.powerskillscentre.com/power-skills-centre/course-listing and click on the ‘Specialist Courses’
link.
3
Only personnel who have been trained in the operation of the RCD test button and can demon-
strate understanding of its use, i.e. know when the trip test fails, shall complete this test
4
A list of LPS exemptions is given within JSP482 Chapter 8
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Air Termination
Down Conductors
Bonding
Inspect the LPS to confirm that the installation complies with JSP482 Chapter 8 and BS EN 62305.
Establish the electrical integrity of bonds and earth impedance of the LPS as follows:
Inaccessible Joints and Bonds – All joints and bonds which cannot be accessed for
inspection purposes shall be tested to ensure adequate continuity. A maximum
resistance of 0.2Ω shall be allowed across each bond or joint. For earth covered
buildings where the LPS is covered, test between the air termination conductor and the
earth electrode bonds.
System Testing - This is a test of the LPS with all equipotential bonding in place
between the LPS and other facility earthing systems, and with all earth electrodes
connected together. Measure the impedance to earth of the system at random points.
The measured impedance is not to exceed 10Ω. If the impedance to earth of the whole
LPS exceeds 10Ω, in the first instance, a check should be made to confirm that the
earth electrodes conform to BS EN 62305-3 Figure 3.
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Earth Covered Explosives Buildings will normally have the majority of their air termination and
down conductors undercover of soil and thus will not be visible for inspection. In such cases elec-
trical continuity tests should be carried out between any visible air termination conductor bond and
the earth termination network as part of the ‘inaccessible bonds and joints tests’ and N/A entered
against the visual inspections.
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Earth Electrode 6 Testing – All earth electrodes shall be disconnected from the LPS
and their impedances to earth measured. The impedance to earth of each earth
electrode, when disconnected from the LPS, shall not be greater than 10Ω multiplied by
the number of electrodes in the whole LPS earth termination network, and not differ by
greater than a factor of 2 between each neighbouring earth electrode. If the impedance
to earth exceeds the maximum determined value, in the first instance a check should
be made to confirm that the earth electrode conforms to BS EN 62305-3 Figure 3.
NOTES
1. System testing and earth electrode measurements should be made using the fall of potential
method as shown in Figure 1 and as described in IET Guidance Note 3 (section 2.7.13 pages
48-50).
2. Care must be taken when using this method to ensure that valid results are obtained. For
accurate measurements the potential electrode requires to be located outside of the areas of
influence of both the electrode under test and the current probe. This may be difficult to achieve
for the full system test, as good practice dictates that the current electrode is placed at a
distance away from the building equal to 10 times the longest dimension of the earthing
network. Therefore, where sufficiently long test leads are not available, or the distance makes
the fall of potential test method impractical, alternative methods such as the ‘Slope’ method are
to be used. Details of this method are available in a number of online free downloadable
documents. An excellent source for information on this and other methods can be found in
Megger’s ‘Getting Down to Earth’, available at the following website:
www.biddlemegger.com/biddle-ug/GettingDownToEarth-MC.pdf
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Earth electrodes may exist in a variety of formats, such as mats, single rods or multiple rods (clus-
ters/groups). For isolated electrode testing in situations where such groups have been installed
(see JSP482 Chapter 8 Annex D for details of ‘groups’) the rods which make up the group are to
remain connected to each other but disconnected from the rest of the earth termination network
and LPS, and tested as a single electrode.
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32.80
C1, L1 L2 C2
3m 3m
15-25m 15-25m
2. Trend Analysis Results shall be compared with previous year’s results to detect extent of
degradation.
3. New conductive and anti-static floors shall be tested at installation and then at 3 and 9 months
later, and thereafter annually at 11 or 12 monthly intervals to align with LPS or electrical
installation inspections, which ever is more convenient.
4. Where there is evidence of wear or deterioration, the interval between tests should be reduced.
5. For new Conducting floors the initial measurements must be a maximum of 25kΩ to allow for
progressive degradation through life. Thereafter the surface of the floor to the equipotential
bonding strip (EPB) or main earth terminal (MET) is to be less than 50kΩ. Where a floor has
failed the test it shall be cleaned, repaired or replaced as appropriate and retested.
6. For new Anti-static floors the resistance from the surface of the floor to earth is to be between
50kΩ and 2 MΩ.
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7. Test Instrument Requirements. The test probe shall be a clean metal electrode of brass or
copper, having a diameter of 25mm +/- 1mm and a mass of 225g +/- 15g. The measuring
instrument shall have an open circuit voltage of nominally 100V dc and be capable of
measuring resistance between values of 0Ω and 100kΩ with a resolution of 1kΩ or better and
an accuracy of +/- 5%. Low resistance test leads of sufficient length to span the facility floor are
required. Advice on suitable test equipment can be provided by TA (Electrical Safety)
Part 1 – Inspection
1. Ensure the site operator has certified the removal of all explosives from the facility, prior to
commencing with the following inspections:
Inspect the complete floor area before proceeding with the test as follows:
(1). Visually inspect the floor for wear, damage or contamination and identify affected
areas for remedial action
(2). Visually confirm the integrity of the equipotential bonding system (EPB), including
that it is routed directly to the Main Earth Terminal (MET) without no supplementary
connections to the LPS
(3). Confirm that the HAPTM is working correctly and positioned directly over the
conducting/antistatic floor
(5). Inspect electrical bonding of benches, floors, chairs, trolleys, mats, workstations,
separately grounded equipment and any other equipment that grounds an operator,
permanently or temporarily.
2. Provide an outline drawing of the conductive/anti-static floor on MOD Form 2210 (for larger
floor areas use alternative/supplementary pages) noting:
EPB
1. Clean the floor in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended procedures; ensure the
floor is dry.
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2. Using the appropriate test equipment, connect one end of the test instrument to the floor earth
reference point and connect the other to the test probe as illustrated in Figure 2.
4. Compare with the previous results and investigate any significant changes.
(1). As low as possible on the walls (no higher than 500mm from ground & below item that
is bonded to it)
(2). Connected to the main earth terminal, or an earthing star point with the electrical
incomer sheath and other earth systems via the shortest possible length
(3). Not connected to the LPS down conductors at any other point
(5). Run in as straight a line as possible with few bends and corners
For systems dependent upon the MET or other star point disconnect the EPB from the
MET and all other items which are bonded to it. Next measure the continuity between
each end of the EPB. The resistance must not exceed 0.2Ω. 7
For systems with their own dedicated earth electrodes, in addition to the continuity test
described above, also carry out a Fall of Potential test on the earth electrode as per
Figure 1. The max impedance shall be no higher than 10 Ohms.
Electrically confirm the integrity of the EPB system throughout its entire length to the
MET. If the EPB is in sections, i.e. not a continuous run throughout, then continuity of
each section to the MET must be confirmed.
7
The purpose of this test is to demonstrate that equipotential bonding is achieved through the use
of the EPB and not other conductors such as protective conductors or supplementary protective
bonding conductors which could be removed at a later date.
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Note 1: These tests and inspections should be carried out in the first instance at the intervals
detailed. However based on the results of the visual inspections the inspecting authority may
propose alternative frequencies for close and detailed inspection as necessary. If a close
inspection highlights unsatisfactory issues then a detailed inspection may be required. Older
installations or installations which are subject to adverse environmental conditions may require
more regular detailed inspections as deterioration is likely to be more rapid. Some hazardous area
equipment is designed and certified for an extended period, typically up to 10 years, without the
need for any testing. This type of equipment is not intended to be subject to anything other than a
visual inspection. Where this type of equipment is fitted the manufacturer’s guidance should be
followed.
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http://defenceintranet.diif.r.mil.uk/Organisations/Orgs/HOCS/Organisations/Orgs/DSEA/Pages/MO
DForms.aspx.
Establishment
Address
Building
Number/Reference
Electrical Category
IN ADDITION TO
APPLICABLE
JOB DESCRIPTION THIS FORM
(tick which applies)
COMPLETE
MOD Forms
Electrical Installation - Initial Verification Tests Yes No
2204/5/7/8
Lightning Protection Systems Yes No MOD Form 2209
Addition to an
existing
Extent of installation covered by this certificate: Installation
Alteration to an
existing
installation
(Use continuation sheet if necessary) see continuation sheet
FOR DESIGN
I/We being the person(s) responsible for the design of the electrical installation, and/or lightning protection system,
and/or conducting/antistatic floor (delete as appropriate) installation (as indicated by my/our signatures below),
particulars of which are described above, having reasonable skill and care when carrying out the design hereby
CERTIFY that the design work for which I/we have been responsible is to the best of my/our knowledge and belief in
accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 and BS7671 and/or BS EN 62305 and/or BS EN 60079 (delete or leave as
appropriate), to (date) except for the departures, if any as follows:
The extent of liability of the signatories is limited to the work described above as the subject of this Certificate
For the DESIGN of the installation:
Signature: Date: Name (IN BLOCK LETTERS): Designer No 1
FOR CONSTRUCTION
I/We being the person(s)responsible for the construction of the electrical installation and/or lightning protection
system and/or conducting/antistatic floor (delete as appropriate) installation (as indicated by my/our signatures
below), particulars of which are described above, having reasonable skill and care when carrying out the construction
hereby CERTIFY that the construction work for which I/we have been responsible is to the best of my/our knowledge and
belief in accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 and BS7671 and/or BS EN 62305 and/or BS EN 60079 (delete or leave as
appropriate), to (date) except for the departures, if any as follows:
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Site: Building:
The extent of liability of the signatories is limited to the work described above as the subject of this Certificate
For the CONSTRUCTION of the installation:
Signature: Date: Name (IN BLOCK LETTERS): Constructor
The extent of liability of the signatories is limited to the work described above as the subject of this Certificate
For the INSPECTION AND TESTING of the installation:
Signature: Date: Name (IN BLOCK LETTERS): Inspector
Name: Company:
Constructor Installation:
Name: Company:
Inspector Installation:
(Tester)
Name: Company:
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Site: Building:
Quality Installation:
Assurance
Inspector
Name: Company:
1. This safety Certificate has been issued to confirm that the electrical installation work to which it relates
has been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 and
BS7671 and/or BS EN 62305 and/or BS EN 60079 (delete as appropriate), to (date).
2. You should have received an “original” Certificate and the contractor should have retained a duplicate. If
you were the person ordering the work, but not the owner of the installation, you should pass this
Certificate, or a full copy of it including the schedules, immediately to the owner.
3. The "original" Certificate should be retained in the PES Logbook and be shown to any person inspecting
or undertaking further work on the electrical installation in the future. The Construction (Design and
Management) Regulations require that, for a project covered by those Regulations, a copy of this
Certificate, together with schedules, is included in the project health and safety documentation.
4. This Certificate is intended to be issued only for a new electrical installation or for new work associated
with an addition or alteration to an existing installation. It should not have been issued for the inspection
of an existing electrical installation. A "Periodic Installation Condition Report" (MOD Form 2203) should
be issued for such an inspection.
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c. Insulation resistance:
e. Polarity satisfactory
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In accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 Earthing Systems are restricted to TN-S only. DOSG ST3a shall be
consulted if any other earthing system is installed.
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Site: Building:
f. RCD/RCBO operation (if applicable). Rated residual operating current I∆n mA and an operating time
of ms (at I∆n)
PART 4: Essential LPS Tests
a. Isolated earth rod impedance (max 10 Ω multiplied by the number of earth rods, or groups in the earth
termination network): Ω
b. System impedance with all rods connected (max 10Ω): Ω
c. Resistance across bonds below 0.2 Ω?
PART 5: Declaration
I CERTIFY that the said works do not impair the safety of the existing installation, that the said works have
been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 and BS7671:2008
and/or BS EN 62305:2011 and/or BS EN 60079 (delete or leave as appropriate), amended to (date)
and that the said works, to the best of my/our knowledge and belief, at the time of my/our inspection,
complied with JSP482 Chapter 8 and BS7671:2008 and/or BS EN 62305:2011 and/or BS EN 60079 (delete
or leave as appropriate), except as detailed in Part 1 above
Name: Signature:
Address:
Date:
PART 6: Quality Assurance
I CERTIFY that I have reviewed the test results for the said works and am satisfied that they do not impair the
safety of the existing installation, that the said works have been designed, constructed, inspected and tested
in accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 and BS7671:2008 and/or BS EN 62305:2011 and/or BS EN 60079
(delete or leave as appropriate), amended to (date) and that the said works, to the best of my/our
knowledge and belief, at the time of my/our inspection, complied with JSP482 Chapter 8 and BS7671:2008
and/or BS EN 62305:2011 and/or BS EN 60079 (delete or leave as appropriate), except as detailed in Part 1
above
Name: Signature:
Address:
Date:
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Site: Building:
Note
a. Minor Works to the Lightning Protection System includes the replacement of faulty components,
but not the installation of additional components which would alter the system configuration of the
LPS, for which an Initial Verification Certificate shall be issued.
b. For Conducting or Antistatic Floors this Certificate is valid only if MOD Form 2210 is attached.
1. This Certificate has been issued to confirm that the electrical installation work to which it
relates has been designed, constructed, inspected and tested in accordance with JSP482
Chapter 8 and BS7671 and/or BS EN 62305 and/or BS EN 60079 (delete as appropriate), to
(date).
2. You should have received an “original” Certificate and the contractor should have retained a
duplicate. If you were the person ordering the work, but not the owner of the installation, you
should pass this Certificate, or a copy of it, to the owner. A separate Certificate should have
been received for each existing circuit on which minor works have been carried out. This
Certificate is not appropriate if you requested the contractor to undertake more extensive
installation work, for which you should have received an Initial Verification Certificate (MOD
Form 2201).
3. The Certificate should be retained in a safe place and be shown to any person inspecting or
undertaking further work on the electrical installation in the future.
4. The "original" Certificate should be retained in the PES Logbook and be shown to any person
inspecting or undertaking further work on the electrical installation in the future.
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IN
ADDITION
APPLICABLE
JOB DESCRIPTION TO THIS
(tick those that apply)
FORM
COMPLETE
MOD Form
Electrical Installation - Visual Inspection only Yes No
2206/7 1
MOD Forms
Electrical Installation - Inspection and Test Yes No 2204 2/06/071
/08
MOD Form
RCD Testing Yes No
2208
MOD Form
Lightning Protection Systems Yes No
2209
MOD Form
Conducting and Anti-Static Floor Yes No
2210
DETAILS OF THE INSTALLATION WHICH IS THE SUBJECT OF THIS REPORT
Establishment Address:
Building No:
Estimated age of installation years
Evidence of additions/alterations Yes No Date of last inspection (date):
EXTENT AND LIMITATIONS OF INSPECTION AND TESTING
Extent of the installation covered by this report:
Agreed with:
The inspection and testing detailed in this report and accompanying schedules have been carried out in
accordance with BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations)/BS EN 62305 (Lightning Protection Regulations/BS
EN60079 (ATEX Equipment Maintenance Regulations), (DELETE AS APPROPRIATE),as amended to:
(date)
It should be noted that cables concealed within trunking and conduits, under floors, in roof spaces, and
generally within the fabric of the building or underground, have not been inspected unless specifically agreed
between the client and inspector prior to the inspection.
1
MOD Form 2207 is required for ATEX equipment installed within Category A, B & DSEAR Zones.
2
MOD Form 2204 is required to be completed if the form is not present within the PES and ESTC Standard
No 6 Log books.
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Site: Building:
Overall assessment of the electrical installation in terms of its suitability for continued use
Where the overall assessment of the suitability of the installation for continued use above is stated as
UNSATISFACTORY, I / we recommend that any observations classified as ‘Danger present’ (code C1) or
‘Potentially dangerous’ (code C2) are acted upon as a matter of urgency. Investigation without delay is
recommended for observations identified as ‘further investigation required’.
Observations classified as ‘Improvement recommended’ (code C3) should be given due consideration.
Subject to the necessary remedial action being taken, I / we recommend that the installation is further
inspected and tested by (date)
DECLARATION
I/We, being the person(s) responsible for the inspection and testing of the electrical installation (as indicated by my/our
signatures below), particulars of which are described above, having exercised reasonable skill and care when carrying out the
inspection and testing, hereby declare that the information in this report, including the observations and the attached
schedules, provides an accurate assessment of the condition of the electrical installation taking into account the stated extent
and limitations specified in this report.
SCHEDULE(S)
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Site: Building:
Name: Company:
Quality Installation:
Assurance
Inspector 3
Name: Company:
Date:
3
The QA inspector shall be a representative of the contractor, who is competent in the field of maintenance
that this certificate refers to. They shall also be fully aware of the relevant requirements of JSP482 Chapter 8
and BS7671 / BS EN 62305 / BS EN 60079 as appropriate
4
If the installation is deemed unsatisfactory the HOE or nominated Explosives Safety Representative may
permit the continued use of a building so long as the risk(s) are mitigated, and the relevant Inspector of
Explosives notified
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SUPPLY CHARACTERISTICS AND EARTHING ARRANGEMENTS tick boxes and enter details as appropriate
Earthing Number and Type of Live Nature of Supply Parameters Supply
arrangements( 1 ) Conductors Protective
Device
TN-C
Characteristics
TN-S a.c. d.c. Nominal Voltage, U/Uo( 2 ) V
TN-C-S 1-phase, 2-wire
2 wire Nominal frequency, f (2) Hz
TT 2 phase, 3-wire
3 wire Prospective Fault Current, Ipf ( 3 ) kA Type:
IT 3 phase, other External fault Loop Impedance, Ze (3) Rated Current
3 wire Ω A
Other sources 3 phase,
of supply (to 4 wire
be detailed on
Confirmation of supply
attached
polarity
schedule
PARTICULARS OF INSTALLATION REFERRED TO IN THE CERTIFICATE
Means of
Maximum Demand
Earthing
Distributor’s
facility Maximum demand (load) kVA/Amps Delete as Appropriate
Details of Installation Earth Electrode (where applicable)
Installation earth Type Electrode Resistance to
Location
electrode (e.g. rod(s), tape etc) Earth
Ω
MAIN PROTECTIVE CONDUCTORS
Earthing Conductor Continuity and connection
Material: Csa mm2 verified
Main Protective Bonding Continuity and connection
Conductors Material: Csa mm2 verified
To Incoming water and/or
gas service To LPS To other elements
1
In accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 Earthing Systems are restricted to TN-S only. DOSG ST3a shall be consulted if
any other earthing system is installed.
2
By enquiry
3
By enquiry or measurement
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Site: Building:
SCHEDULES
The attached schedules are part of this document and this certificate is valid only when they are attached to it.
Schedule of Inspections and Schedules of test Results are attached. (enter quantities of schedules attached)
QUALITY ASSURANCE
I hereby certify that the information regarding electrical supply characteristics for the specified building contained in this
MOD FORM 2204 is correct to the best of my knowledge and compliant with the relevant regulations.
Signature:
Date:
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Both basic and fault protection: (a) Proximity to non-electrical services and other influences
(i) Insulation of live parts (c) Labelling of protective devices, switches and terminals
Presence of protective bonding conductors Cables incorporating earthed armour or sheath, or run within
an earthed wiring system, or otherwise adequately protected
Presence of supplementary bonding conductors against nails, screws and the like
Choice and setting of protective and monitoring Presence of fire barriers, suitable seals and protection
devices (for fault and/or overcurrent protection) against thermal effects
Presence of earth-free local equipotential bonding Adequacy of access to switchgear and other equipment
Provided for more than one item of current-using Connection of single-pole devices for protection or switching
1
equipment in line conductors only
1
Single pole switches are not allowed in accordance with JSP482 Chapter 8 and if found shall be replaced with
alternatives which disconnect each live conductor.
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Site: Building:
Correct Functioning of :
(vi) Contactors
QUALITY ASSURANCE
I hereby certify that the information for the specified building contained in this MOD FORM 2205 is correct to the best of
my knowledge and compliant with the relevant regulations.
Signature:
Date:
Notes:
3 to indicate an inspection has been carried out and the result is satisfactory
N/A to indicate that the inspection is not applicable to a particular item
An entry must be made in every box
1. SELV An extra-low voltage system which is electrically separated from Earth and from other systems. The
particular requirements of the Regulations must be checked (see BS7671 Regulations 414)
2. Method of basic protection - will include measurement of distances where appropriate
3. Obstacles - only adopted in special circumstances (see BS7671 Regulations 417.1 and 417.2)
4. Placing out of reach - only adopted in special circumstances (see BS7671 Regulations 417.1 and 417.3)
5. Non-conducting locations - not applicable in domestic premises and requiring special precautions (see BS7671
Regulation 418.1)
6. Earth-free local equipotential bonding - not applicable in domestic premises, only used in special circumstances
(see BS7671 Regulation 418.2)
7. Electrical separation (see BS7671 Section 413 and Regulation 418.3)
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3.2 Presence and condition of earth electrode connection where applicable (542.1.2.3)
4.9 Correct identification of circuit details and protective devices (514.8.1; 514.9.1)
Presence of RCD quarterly test notice at or near consumer unit / distribution board
4.10
(514.12.2)
Presence of non-standard (mixed) cable colour warning notice at or near consumer unit
4.11
/distribution board (514.14)
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
Presence of alternative supply warning notice at or near consumer unit / distribution board
4.12
(514.15)
4.13 Presence of other required labelling (please specify) (Section 514)
Examination of protective device(s) and base(s); correct type and rating (no signs of
4.14
unacceptable thermal damage, arcing or overheating) (421.1.3)
4.15 Single-pole protective devices in line conductor only (132.14.1; 530.3.2)
4.16 Protection against mechanical damage where cables enter consumer unit / distribution
board(522.8.1; 522.8.11)
Protection against electromagnetic effects where cables enter consumer unit / distribution
4.17
board /enclosures (521.5.1)
4.18 RCD(s) provided for fault protection – includes RCBOs (411.4.9; 411.5.2; 531.2)
4.19 RCD(s) provided for additional protection - includes RCBOs (411.3.3; 415.1)
To include the integrity of conduit and trunking systems (metallic and plastic)
Adequacy of cables for current-carrying capacity with regard for the type and nature of
5.5 installation (Section 523)
5.6 Coordination between conductors and overload protective devices (433.1; 533.2.1)
5.7 Adequacy of protective devices: type and rated current for fault protection (411.3)
for all socket-outlets provided for use within an electrostatic protected area.
for supply to mobile equipment not exceeding 32 A rating for use outdoors (411.3.3)
5.18 Condition of accessories including socket-outlets, switches and joint boxes (621.2(iii))
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
6.8 Suitability of current-using equipment for particular position within the location (701.55)
7.0 OTHER PART 7 SPECIAL INSTALLATIONS OR LOCATIONS
List all other special installations or locations present, if any. (Record separately the
7.1
results of particular inspections applied.)
8.0 GENERAL
8.1 Presence and correct location of appropriate devices for isolation and switching
8.4 Connection of single pole devices for protection in line/phase conductors only
8.22 Tightness of all Connections, including integrity of main and supplementary bonding.
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION PERIODIC VISUAL INSPECTION
Site: Building:
Completed by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3
as follows:
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- visual check
Obstructions adjacent to flameproof flanged joints are in accordance with IEC 60079-14
ENVIRONMENT
Equipment is adequately protected against corrosion, weather, vibration and other adverse
factors
No undue accumulation of dust and dirt
Note 1: The checks used for equipment using both types of protection "e" and "d" will be a combination of both columns.
Note 2: Account shall be taken of the possibility of an explosive atmosphere in the vicinity of the equipment when using electrical test equipment.
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
EQUIPMENT
Circuit and/or equipment documentation is appropriate to the EPL/zone requirements of the location
Enclosure, glass(es) parts and glass-to-metal sealing gaskets and/or compounds are satisfactory
ENVIRONMENT
Equipment is adequately protected against corrosion, weather, vibration and other adverse factors
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM VISUAL INSPECTIONS SPECIFIC TO CATEGORY A, B AND DSEAR ZONES
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3
as follows:
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Site: Building:
INSTALLATION
- visual check
Obstructions adjacent to flameproof flanged joints are in accordance with IEC 60079-14
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM CLOSE INSPECTIONS SPECIFIC TO CATEGORY A, AND DSEAR ZONES 0, 1 & 2
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3
as follows:
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Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
Automatic electrical protective devices are set correctly (auto-reset not possible)
As applicable, short-circuit protection of the power supply is in accordance with the
documentation
Protective gas pressure and/or flow is adequate
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
Note 1: The checks used for equipment using both types of protection "e" and "d" will be a combination of both columns.
Note 2: Account shall be taken of the possibility of an explosive atmosphere in the vicinity of the equipment when using electrical test equipment.
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM DETAILED INSPECTIONS SPECIFIC TO CATEGORY A AND DSEAR ZONES 0, 1 &
2
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
EQUIPMENT
Circuit and/or equipment documentation is appropriate to the EPL/zone requirements of the location
Enclosure, glass(es) parts and glass-to-metal sealing gaskets and/or compounds are satisfactory
ENVIRONMENT
Equipment is adequately protected against corrosion, weather, vibration and other adverse factors
Note 1: The checks used for equipment using both types of protection "e" and "d" will be a combination of both columns.
Note 2: Account shall be taken of the possibility of an explosive atmosphere in the vicinity of the equipment when using electrical test equipment.
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM CLOSE INSPECTIONS SPECIFIC TO CATEGORY B AND DSEAR ZONES 20, 21 &
22
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3
as follows:
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If required the following inspections shall be carried out in addition to the visual and close inspections undertaken in Jobs 1 & 2
Site: Building:
EQUIPMENT
Circuit and/or equipment documentation is appropriate to the EPL/zone requirements of the location
Enclosure, glass(es) parts and glass-to-metal sealing gaskets and/or compounds are satisfactory
INSTALLATION
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
Automatic electrical protective devices are set correctly (auto-reset not possible)
As applicable, short-circuit protection of the power supply is in accordance with the documentation
Conditions of spark and particle barriers of ducts for exhausting the gas in hazardous area are satisfactory
ENVIRONMENT
Equipment is adequately protected against corrosion, weather, vibration and other adverse factors
Note 1: The checks used for equipment using both types of protection "e" and "d" will be a combination of both columns.
Note 2: Account shall be taken of the possibility of an explosive atmosphere in the vicinity of the equipment when using electrical test equipment.
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM DETAILED INSPECTIONS SPECIFIC TO CATEGORY B AND DSEAR ZONES 20,
21 & 22
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3
as follows:
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Tested by:
Name (Block Capitals)
Signature
Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
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Site: Building:
Max Zs permitted by
Max disconnection
Operating Current
Breaking capacity
time permitted (s)
Circuit Number &
Type of Wiring
Circuit Description
BS7671 (Ω)
BS EN
Reference
Rating (A)
Type No
Method*
In (mA)
Phase
(mm )
(mm )
2
2
CPC
Live
(kA)
Tested by:
Name (Block Capitals)
Signature
Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
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Site: Building:
(6) (11)
Circuit Impedances (Ω)
(4) (5)
Earth Electrode
All Circuits Ring final circuits only
Neutral / Earth
Line / Line not
(10) Maximum
Line / Neutral
At 5 In (ms)
Resistance
(S or N/S)
(S or N/S)
At In (ms)
At 50% In
Phase
R1 + R2* R2 R1 Rn R2
(MΩ)
(MΩ)
(7)
(8)
(9)
* Where there are no spurs connected to a ring final circuit this value is also the (R1+R2) of the circuit
Numbers in brackets e.g. (4) represent job numbers which are detailed in section 18.
Tested by:
Name (Block Capitals)
Signature
Date (DD/MM/YYYY)
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM GENERIC SCHEDULE OF TEST RESULTS
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3
as follows:
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Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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VISUAL INSPECTION OF LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
Site: Building:
General
(1) All visible conductors and system components are fastened to the mounting surfaces and components
which provide mechanical protection are intact (functionally operational) and in the right place
(2) There is no indication of damage or corrosion to the LPS (including catenary pole base) , to SPDs or any
failures of fuses which protect SPDs,
(3) All appropriate metallic items are adequately bonded to the LPS if within the safe separation ‘s’ distance
as described in BS EN62305-3
(4) Single earthing point to other earthing systems (eg. Electrical, static discharge, incoming pipe work,
building steelwork etc )
(5) There have not been any additions or alterations to the protected structure which would require
additional protection
(6) All visible earth connections are intact
(7) Correct equipotential bonding has been established for any new services or additions which have been
made to the interior of the structure since the last inspection, and that continuity tests have been performed
for these new additions,
(8) Bonding conductors and connections inside the structure are present and intact (functionally operational)
(9) Separation distances are maintained
(10) Bonding conductors, joints, shielding devices, cable routing and SPDs have been checked and tested.
Air Termination
(1) Air termination conductors are positioned to protect vulnerable points, or where metallic roof is used as
the air termination it is of satisfactory thickness to meet the requirements of BS EN 62305-3.
(2) Roof mesh air termination, if applicable, has correct dimensions and is in good condition
(conductors must not be coated with a non-conductive material unless finials are provided which provide full
coverage of roof area in accordance with 20m radius rolling sphere).
(3) Overhead catenary wire, if applicable has sufficient clearance (a minimum of 2m at any point) from
building.
Down Conductors
Earth Termination
(1) Earth electrodes are accessible for inspection and testing purposes
(2) Buried earth ring, or low level wall mounted ring fitted
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Note: Test the electrical continuity of the conductors, bonds and joints which cannot be visually inspected
REBAR CONTINUITY
RESISTANCE
LOCATION OF TEST POINTS (REFERENCED TO SCHEMATIC) SATISFACTORY?
(Ω)
Note: Test the electrical continuity of the rebar at 10m intervals, in line with earth rods, if used as the LPS down conductor
from air termination conductor to earth termination network.
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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SYSTEM TESTING
Site: Building:
RESISTANCE
LOCATION OF TEST POINT SATISFACTORY?
(Ω)
Note: Resistance to earth of the LPS with all earth electrodes connected and all equipotential bonding in place to be
measured from random points on the LPS. The number of random tests to be carried out shall be a min of 50% of the
installed electrodes.
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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ISOLATED ELECTRODE READING
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
1
For earth networks incorporating both vertical earth rods and a partial or full ring earth electrode, disconnection and testing should be performed at the earth inspection pit. If such inspection is difficult to perform, routine test
should be completed by high frequency or impulse tests.
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3 as
follows:
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Floor Type
Conducting
Antistatic
Visual Inspection
(1) Visually inspect the floor for signs of wear, damage or contamination and identify affected areas
(2) Visually confirm the integrity of the equipotential bonding system including that it is routed to the common earth star point (MET) only
(no supplementary connections to LPS)
(3) HAPTM is working correctly and positioned directly over floor
(4) Floor is earthed to the equipotential bonding (EPB) strip at a minimum of 2 places
(5) Visually check integrity of electrical bonding of benches, floors, chairs, trolleys, mats, workstations, separately grounded equipment and
any other equipment that grounds an operator permanently or temporarily
(6) Socket outlets are RCD protected
(1) As low as possible on the walls (no higher than 500mm from ground level)
(2) Connected to the main earthing terminal with the electrical incomer sheath and other earth systems via the shortest possible length
(3) Not connected directly to the LPS, other than at the MET
(4) Run in as straight a line as possible with minimal bends and corners
(5) Where it is run over an opening, no bonding connections are made to it above the opening
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
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REMEDIAL ACTIONS ARISING FROM CONDUCTIVE/ANTI-STATIC FLOOR TEST RESULTS
Site: Building:
Inspected by:
Signature ……………………………………………................
Date ……………………………………………........................
Classification Codes
Each observation relating to a concern about the safety of the installation shall be attributed an appropriate Classification Code selected from the standard codes C1, C2 and C3 as
follows:
Code C1 ‘Danger present’ Risk of injury. Immediate remedial action required
Code C2 ‘Potentially dangerous’ Urgent remedial action required
Code C3 ‘Improvement recommended’
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Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Date of Test
& Initials:
Next Test
Due by:
Note 1: Score through columns which are not applicable to this building.
Note 2: If test not completed by due date, the HOE, licensing officer or explosives safety officer/representative is to be
informed.
ESTC Standard No. 6 Part 1 – Electrical: 2013 Edition (Inc Amendment No. 1) A-50
Site: Building:
Next test
due date:
Date of Test
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Note 1: Score through columns which are not applicable to this building.
Note 2: If test not completed by due date, the HOE, licensing officer or explosives safety officer/representative is to be
informed.
A-51 ESTC Standard No. 6 Part 1 – Electrical: 2013 Edition (Inc Amendment No. 1)
RCD Ref:
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RCD Ref:
Date of Test
& Initials:
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Due by:
Note: If test is not completed by due date, the HOE, licensing officer or explosives safety officer/representative is to be
informed.