Wind Farm SCADA and Control System Daily Operations Checklist
This wind farm SCADA and control system daily operations checklist ensures compliance with NERC CIP cybersecurity standards for bulk electric system assets, IEC 61400-25 (Wind Turbines Communication for Monitoring and Control), NIST SP 800-82 Industrial Control Systems Security Guide, and OT cybersecurity best practices. Designed for wind farm control room operators and SCADA engineers to verify system health, data quality, and cybersecurity controls on a daily basis.
- Industry: Renewable Energy
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Wind Farm Control Room Operator / SCADA Engineer
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: NERC CIP Cybersecurity Standards for BES Assets, IEC 61400-25 Wind Turbine Monitoring Communication, NIST SP 800-82 Industrial Control Systems Security, IEC 62351 Power Systems Security Standards, AWEA Wind Farm Operations Best Practices
SCADA System Health
Control system status and communications.
- All SCADA server processes running without errors?
- Communications to all turbines established?
- Historian/database writing data correctly?
- All HMI workstations operational?
- UPS for SCADA systems at adequate charge?
Turbine Fleet Status
Turbine operational status review.
- Fleet availability at or above target?
- All active faults reviewed and assigned?
- Turbines under curtailment documented and actioned?
- Underperforming turbines identified and investigated?
- Turbines in maintenance LOTO tracked in SCADA?
Generation Data and Metering
Production data and revenue metering.
- Revenue meter data transmitting to ISO/utility?
- Generation data plausible for current wind conditions?
- Capacity factor consistent with historical and forecast?
- Grid operator curtailment instructions logged?
- Daily generation report prepared?
Alarm Management
Alarm acknowledgment and response.
- All alarms acknowledged and actioned at shift start?
- No unresponded high-priority alarms?
- No alarm flooding conditions (>10 alarms/10 minutes)?
- Remote resets attempted per O&M SOP?
- Field technician dispatched for faults requiring physical inspection?
Cybersecurity
Daily OT/SCADA cybersecurity checks.
- No unauthorized remote access sessions detected?
- All active VPN sessions from authorized users only?
- No IDS/intrusion detection alerts?
- USB and removable media controls active?
- No critical security patches outstanding more than 35 days?
Shift Handover
Shift-to-shift communication and documentation.
- Shift log complete with all events documented?
- Verbal shift handover briefing conducted?
- Outstanding issues communicated to incoming operator?
- O&M team notified of field dispatch needs?
- Shift Notes
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Why Use This Wind Farm SCADA and Control System Daily Operations Checklist?
This wind farm scada and control system daily operations checklist helps renewable energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for wind farm control room operator / scada engineer professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with NERC CIP Cybersecurity Standards for BES Assets, IEC 61400-25 Wind Turbine Monitoring Communication, NIST SP 800-82 Industrial Control Systems Security, IEC 62351 Power Systems Security Standards, AWEA Wind Farm Operations Best Practices. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Wind Farm SCADA and Control System Daily Operations Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: SCADA System Health, Turbine Fleet Status, Generation Data and Metering, Alarm Management, Cybersecurity, Shift Handover. It is designed for renewable energy operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Wind Farm SCADA and Control System Daily Operations Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Wind Farm Control Room Operator / SCADA Engineer professionals in the renewable energy 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.