Wind Turbine Operations & Maintenance Safety Checklist #13

This checklist supports safe wind turbine operations and maintenance. It helps O&M teams verify access control, working-at-heights safety, electrical isolation, mechanical integrity, rescue readiness, and documentation aligned with OSHA, GWO, and manufacturer requirements.

Industry: Energy / Utilities / Infrastructure
Frequency: Daily (each shift)
Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Role: Wind O&M Supervisor / Site Safety Officer
Total Items: 35
Compliance: OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S Electrical, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D Walking-Working Surfaces, GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) Standards, NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace

Pre-Job Planning & Permits

Verify planning, permits, and hazard controls prior to tower access.

Job Hazard Analysis completed and reviewed?
Permit-to-work issued where required?
Rescue plan reviewed and equipment available?
Pre-job notes
Photo of toolbox talk sign-in

Tower Access & Working at Heights

Confirm safe access, fall protection, and climbing practices.

Fall protection equipment inspected and used?
Climb assist system functional?
Rest platforms clear and safe?
Photo of fall protection setup
Heights access notes

Electrical Isolation & Verification

Verify LOTO and absence-of-voltage prior to electrical work.

LOTO applied to all energy sources?
Absence-of-voltage verified?
Arc flash PPE selected and used?
Photo of LOTO devices
Electrical isolation notes

Mechanical Systems & Blades

Inspect mechanical components and blades.

Blades free of visible damage?
Yaw and pitch systems inspected?
Gearbox free of leaks/abnormal noise?
Photo of blade/mechanical area
Mechanical inspection notes

Confined Space & Nacelle Safety

Verify confined space controls in nacelle and hub.

Confined space assessment completed?
Ventilation adequate?
Housekeeping adequate in nacelle?
Photo of nacelle condition
Confined space notes

Emergency Response & Rescue

Confirm emergency readiness and rescue capability.

Rescue equipment inspected and staged?
First aid kits stocked?
Emergency communications tested?
Photo of rescue equipment
Emergency readiness notes

Incident Reporting & QAPI

Log incidents and corrective actions.

Near misses reported?
Corrective actions assigned?
Safety trends reviewed?
Photo evidence (if applicable)
Incident notes

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Why Use This Wind Turbine Operations & Maintenance Safety Checklist #13?

This wind turbine operations & maintenance safety checklist #13 helps energy / utilities / infrastructure teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for wind o&m supervisor / site safety officer professionals, this checklist covers 35 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily (each shift).

Ensures compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S Electrical, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D Walking-Working Surfaces, GWO Basic Safety Training (BST) Standards, NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace, Manufacturer Wind Turbine O&M Manuals. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Wind Turbine Operations & Maintenance Safety Checklist #13 cover?

This checklist covers 35 inspection items across 7 sections: Pre-Job Planning & Permits, Tower Access & Working at Heights, Electrical Isolation & Verification, Mechanical Systems & Blades, Confined Space & Nacelle Safety, Emergency Response & Rescue, Incident Reporting & QAPI. It is designed for energy / utilities / infrastructure operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily (each shift). Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Wind Turbine Operations & Maintenance Safety Checklist #13?

This checklist is designed for Wind O&M Supervisor / Site Safety Officer professionals in the energy / utilities / infrastructure industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.