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Electrical Maintenance and Installation Risk Assessment Template

The complete guide to creating professional risk assessments for electrical work.

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Free to use Instant PDF download Updated February 2026

In This Guide

1 Introduction2 Benefits3 Hazards4 Checklist5 Related

The essential guide to electrical safety

Electrical work is one of the most hazardous trades, with electrocution risks that can be fatal in an instant. Only qualified electricians should work on electrical systems, following strict safety protocols and isolation procedures.

This guide covers everything you need to create a thorough electrical risk assessment—from isolation procedures and testing to arc flash hazards and working at height.

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Activity Benefits

Why professional electrical work matters

Power Supply

Provides safe, reliable electrical power.

Safety

Ensures electrical safety and compliance.

Efficiency

Improves energy efficiency of systems.

Fire Prevention

Reduces risk of electrical fires.

Risk Identification

Key hazards & control measures

ElectrocutionHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Electric shock, cardiac arrest, burns, death from contact with live conductors.

Control Measures
  • Use safe isolation procedures with lock-out/tag-out
  • Test circuits are dead before work begins
  • Use insulated tools and appropriate PPE
  • Only qualified electricians to work on electrical systems
Arc FlashHigh Risk
Potential Harm

Severe burns, blindness, hearing damage from electrical arc explosions.

Control Measures
  • Conduct arc flash risk assessments for switchgear work
  • Wear appropriate arc-rated PPE
  • Maintain safe working distances
  • De-energize systems whenever possible
Working at HeightMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Falls from ladders, scaffold, or while accessing ceiling/roof spaces.

Control Measures
  • Use appropriate access equipment
  • Inspect ladders before each use
  • Use platforms where possible instead of ladders
  • Ensure three points of contact on ladders
Fire RiskMedium Risk
Potential Harm

Electrical fires from short circuits, overloading, or poor connections.

Control Measures
  • Use correct cable sizes for loads
  • Ensure tight, secure connections
  • Test circuits after installation
  • Keep fire extinguisher nearby

This guide covers the most common hazards. Our risk assessment wizard includes 40 hazards and 123+ control measures for Electrical Maintenance and Installation, sourced from industry guidance — create your assessment in minutes.

Safety Checklist

Electrical safety checklist

Isolation

  • Circuit identified correctly
  • Supply isolated at source
  • Lock-out/tag-out applied
  • Tested dead with approved tester

Equipment

  • Test instruments calibrated
  • Insulated tools available
  • GS38 leads in use
  • Voltage indicator tested

PPE

  • Safety boots worn
  • Insulated gloves if required
  • Safety glasses available
  • Arc flash PPE for HV work

Competence

  • Electrician qualified
  • ECS card valid
  • Training up to date
  • Site induction completed

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