Bus Duct (LV / HV) Checklist

  1. Check name plate, labelling, ID tags and warning signs correct to drawings / data sheets.
  2. Protection of live parts correct.
  3. No mechanical damage and painting acceptable.
  4. Check bus duct installation for facilitation of maintenance work.
  5. Bus duct location according to approved drawings and properly supported.
  6. Bus bars and connecting links tightened to specified torque and recorded.
  7. Movement and expansion catered for on all terminations.
  8. Check internals for cleanliness.
  9. Encapsulation of joints complete.
  10. Bus ducting clear of obstruction.
  11. Check insulation between phases and neutral. (___________MΩ)
  12. Check insulation resistance between earth and phases. (Test Voltage ___________V)
  13. Check earthing and verify earth path resistance. (___________Ω)
  14. Perform Ducter test across all bolted connections. (Record highest value ___________Ω)
  15. Installation drawings have been “Red Lined” as per the Project Completions Procedure.

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