PROJECT NAME PROJECT NUMBER

PRE- COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST

REVISION - DATE
System name: Area / stage:

Installation company name:

Address: Phone number:
Contact name: Phone number:

The following pre-commissioning tasks have been completed in accordance the the contractural
requirements and the commissioning plan. The items that have been commissioned have been installed
in accordance with the previously agreed specification and/or functional description of the system and
design intent (add reference if available) This form can be used by the commissioner and the CMO.
Check that time schedules enable the intended
operation at the correct times.

Check that any specified out-of-occupancy periods,

weekend and holiday time schedules operate
correctly (note that the current operating date can be
changed to simulate weekend and holiday dates).
Check that the calendar function can take leap years
into account.
Check the correct operation of the interlocks by
individually switching interlocked items of plant.
Check all safety interlocks, e.g electro-thermal links
and emergency knocks off buttons etc.
Check the specified interlocking between different
control systems, for example any interlocking
between a fire detection system and a BMS.
Check that the specified temperature interlocks
operate correctly, e.g low temperature frost
protection.
Check for the correct sequencing control in response
to varying inputs operates in the correct order and at
the desired set points.
Check for the correct control and operation on start-
up and shutdown. Check that the defined restart
routine operates correctly when power is reinstated
after failure. Check for any specified sequenced
The control system will be checked to confirm its
specified operation following a mains power supply
failure. In particular the following checks as a
minimum will be undertaken:

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Check that controllers preserve control strategy
configuration data for a specified period when the
mains power is lost.

Check that the condition of any volatile data

protection system is regularly and automatically
monitored. Check that an alarm is raised on loss of
data by any controller or other device and/or failure
of the monitoring system.
Check that the control system operates correctly
under generator standby and UPS power if
applicable

Check that the control system will automatically

return to normal action without operator intervention
restoration of the mains electrical power supply.
Check that any specified load shedding procedures
operate correctly.
Insulation resistance measurements: on motors and
major medium voltage equipment items, at 1000-volt
D.C.; On cables and wiring.
Functional checks: Full functional and operational
checks on energised control equipment and circuits,
including adjustments for the correct operation of
safety devices.
Motor rotation: Checking and where necessary
altering connections for the correct motor rotation.
Earth resistance.
Earthing: Confirmation of effective earthing of the
exposed metal of electrical equipment.
The application software and certify quality control off-site and again on site as part of the final
commissioning. Specific items or routines to be checked include though is not limited to:
Specified set points have been configured.
Suitable on/off times are entered for all time
schedules and are associated with the correct items
of plant.
In principle all interlocks are configured correctly.
Life safety interlocks are hard-wired unless approved
by the relevant authorities (must be performed on-
site).
Each control loop is in place and that realistic default
values have been added to enable commissioning to
proceed.
Any sequence control is configured and in principle
associated with the correct items of plant.
Configured software will start-up and shutdown the
specified items of plant in the correct sequence.

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The configured software will trigger automatic plant
change over in response to the specified signal
(plant failure or hours run etc).
All specified alarms are configured along with any
specified time delays, masking and alarm
categorisation in order to avoid unwarranted alarms.
The use of mnemonics and abbreviations be
checked between the display and the graphics to
avoid inconsistencies.
Data logging routines and parameters are set up in
accordance with the control system specification.
The binding of graphics with monitored points.
Specific items or routines to be checked off-site and again on site as part of the final commissioning include
though are not limited to:.
The finish to ensure there are no sharp edges.
The metalwork: hinges on doors, flush doors,
opening and closing doors, no sagging or drooping
of doors when open, interlocking of doors.
The door seals and gland plate gaskets are in place
and securely fixed.
The common key for all panels.
For secure operation of door locks.
That safe access to the control equipment is possible
without having to isolate the control panel where
specified.

That the physical arrangement of the panel will allow

transport to site and mounting in the final location.
If the completed panel weighs more than 50kg check
that eyebolts are fitted.
The location and labelling of switches and indicators
(including colour).
That plastic rivets or screws are used to mount
labels.
The scale of analogue devices and the status of
digital devices.
That all doors on any panel containing exposed
dangerous voltages are provided with interlocking
isolators so that the door cannot be opened except
with the isolator in the ‘off” position.

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That equipment that requires on-line adjustment and
testing by non-electrically qualified personnel is
accessible and usable without interrupting the supply
or overriding the safety interlocks. (In general,
outstations must not be located within control panels
where isolation is necessary to gain access.)
Access for incoming cables
Access for outgoing power and control cables
Provision of suitable gland plates
All doors/gland plates to be earthed by cable links
Bus bars and power cabling as specified
Anti-condensation heaters and thermostats are
included and correctly set where specified
Ventilation grills, filters and fans and thermostats are
included and correctly set where specified
Panel ventilation is adequate for the heat load
Tightness of all connections, bolted power
connections and bus-bar bolts tightened to the
correct torque
Neatness of cable looms with no pinching
Sufficient spare capacity in all cable trunking to
comply with BS 7671(13).
Colour coding and numbering of all cables where
specified and corresponding with numbering of
terminals.
Numbering of all terminals
Shrouding and labelling of non-isolated equipment
Shrouding of switches, lamps etc on doors if low
voltage
Segregation of power cabling and switch-gear from
control cabling and electronic equipment
Trunking lids cross referenced
Connections between panel sections are numbered
as specified, accessible and physically simple to
connect/disconnect.
Link type terminals for control system cables if
specified
Spare fuses and fuse ways if specified
Drawing holder
Fuses (type and ratings) against fuse chart
Layout of equipment against drawings

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Ensure spare back panel space is provided as
specified
Ensure no equipment is mounted on the bottom or
sides of the panel (similarly terminations) unless
back/side plates are fitted
Labelling of equipment in panel
Access to all equipment especially devices requiring
adjustment
Power outlet is provided complete with 30 mA RCD
protection
Flexible looms connecting door mounted to interior
mounted components will not weaken or break with
repeated door opening. Check that the loom is
arranged to avoid pinching or looping when the door
is closed and is fully supported at each end.

Screen and earth connections associated with the

control system equipment comply with the
manufacturer’s installation requirements

Conduct a flash test of all mains powered equipment.

All isolators must be closed and power fuses fitted.
However, control fuses and other low voltage
equipment fuses are to be removed for the duration
of the test to avoid damaging any extra-low voltage
equipment. Note that flash tests should be
performed for mains powered equipment only.
General Function test
The lamp test facility, if specified.

Wiring interlocks by progressively energising or de-

energising relay contacts, switches, timers etc in
each circuit. Switches must be used to test that the
system operates correctly in response to input
signals.

All indicators and signals out of the panel, e.g. those

used to switch items of plant or to send status
signals to the control system. Safety interlocks, e.g.
coil freeze protection and fire overrides, must be
checked in ‘manual’, ‘off’ and ‘auto’ switch modes.
Fuse or circuit breaker frame size, trip unit type and
settings against the drawings.
Correct labelling has been provided.

Energise the starter/contactor by ‘making’ the control

circuit and ensure the starter operates correctly and
that power is provided to outgoing terminals.

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Trip the starter and check that it de-energises and
the trip indicator lights up.

If the control panel is left on site for a long period

then undertake adequate steps to ensure that it is
protected from dirt, damage and moisture (e.g. by
the use of anti-condensation heaters).

When the field wiring is complete to the power

section, repeat the flash test before closing the main
isolator.
Check all new connections into the panel and the
interlocks re-checked before the power is switched
on and is operated.
Perform a complete panel test on-site if the panel
has not been tested in the factory, or if a multi-
section panel has been received on-site having been
split for shipment.
Undertake the following checks and tests on all wiring:
Cable type as specified
Cable identified at both ends
Cable cores identified at both ends if not self
numbered or colour coded
Security of fixing/protection of cables to walls etc
where surface-run
Cable carrier/container in accordance with the
specification (tray, basket, conduit/trunking etc)
Cable management in accordance with the
specification
Cables not damaged
Secure termination of wires (using ferrules)
Screening continuity
Cable only earthed at one end (field controller) or as
specified
Electrical continuity (‘belling out’)
Correct polarity where applicable
Correct input/output (by briefly disconnecting cable)
Correct and secure termination
Separation of mains and signals cables
No short circuits line-to-line and line-to-earth
Volt-free contacts are volt-free (prior to the
installation of the field controllers).
The following on site communications network checks and tests will be undertaken:
All network devices such as routers and bridges are
installed correctly.

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All control devices can be addressed over the
communication network.

When used in conjunction with an office IT network

ensure that permission has been granted from the IT
manager. All network data routing is correctly set up
by the IT department including allocation of the
appropriate TCP/IP addresses and default router
addresses.
For structured cabling systems ensure that all outlets
are properly labelled and assigned. Ensure that any
changes to the cabling system are reflected in the
updated documentation.
The following on site insitu sensor checks and tests using NATA approved testing equipment will be
undertaken:
Correct location and orientation of the sensor
Adequate access for the commissioning engineer(s)
and future maintenance requirements
Type of sensor as specified
Appropriate sensor identification
Sensor wired correctly
Confirm the sensor output indicated by the control
system with the reading on the test instrument.

If there are no suitable test points the sensor is to be

removed and then tested (with the exception of
velocity sensors). If a sensor is not linear over its
working range check the sensor at the upper, middle
and lower points of its normal working range.
The following on site insitu actuator checks and tests using NATA approved testing equipment will be
undertaken:
Correct location
Adequate access for the commissioning engineer(s)
and future maintenance requirements
Type of actuator as specified
Actuator linkage connected and adjusted
Correct identification
Valves are ported correctly.

Operate the device using the control system by

applying a 100% signal, followed by a 0% signal.
Check that the actuator moves smoothly over the full
control range. Repeat the test under operating
conditions, i.e. pumps or fans operating under
normal operating conditions. (Not applicable for self-
tuning actuators.)

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Check that the actuator has the correct movement to
give the required travel of the final control device and
that any mechanical and/or electronic travel ranges
and limits have been set.
Permanently mark reversible actuators with an ‘as
commissioned’ switch position.
Ensure that any linkage adjustment for rotation, lift or
close-off have been suitably set.
For actuators with spring return motors check that
the position assumed upon interruption of the power
supply is correct.
If battery-backed actuators are used check that a
battery is installed and the appropriate links are
fitted.
The following on site insitu digital input / output checks and tests using NATA approved testing equipment
will be undertaken:
The signal at each configured digital input is sensed
correctly by the control system.

Each contact assumes its correct normally open or

closed state and that it changes in response to the
relevant item of the plant being switched.
Each digital output switches the correct item of plant
with the correct sense. Ensure that the associated
status signal (if any) functions correctly.
Ensure that each check is entered on the relevant
checklist.
The pulsed output from any specified utility meter is
correctly processed and scaled to record the correct
figure.
The following on site insitu checks and tests using NATA approved testing equipment will be undertaken on
all field control devices (controllers, outstations and unitary controllers etc):
Type as specified
Size as specified
Enclosures as specified
Number and location (height, access) as specified
Adequate mechanical fixing
Identification by mnemonic labelling
All cables terminated and identified

All terminals used (check that any unused terminals

are intended to be spare)
Continuous power available and of an appropriate
quality
Fuse correct type/spares if specified

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Hardware configuration agrees with the specification
All printed circuit boards in place
All connection cables plugged in
Document wallet containing wiring diagram where
appropriate, i.e when located in a control panel
Installer:
Witnessed by: Position: Designer

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