Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance Audit

This checklist covers compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and applicable UK statutory requirements for construction operations. Non-compliance can result in unlimited fines and up to two years imprisonment under the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 / Gas Safety Regulations 1998 and HSWA 1974.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Quarterly
  • Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
  • Role: Electrical Inspector
  • Total Items: 20
  • Compliance: Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition), IET Wiring Regulations, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

Electrical Safety Compliance & Certification

Verify EICR currency, PAT records, and BS 7671:2018 installation compliance.

  • Is the fixed wiring Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) current (5-year commercial, 5-year HMO)?
  • Are Portable Appliance Tests (PAT) conducted by a competent person at appropriate risk-based intervals?
  • Is the electrical installation designed, installed, and verified against BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition)?
  • Attach photo of current EICR certificate, PAT records, and BS 7671 installation certificate:

Competence, Monitoring & Outstanding Actions

Verify worker competence, active monitoring programme, and outstanding corrective actions.

  • Are all workers competent for their tasks (trained, experienced, or supervised as appropriate)?
  • Is monitoring and measurement of key compliance indicators carried out at required frequencies?
  • Number of outstanding corrective actions from previous inspection or audit:
  • Attach photo of training records, monitoring reports, and corrective action tracker:

Emergency Procedures, Signage & Legal Notices

Verify emergency procedures, mandatory statutory signage, and drill records.

  • Are emergency procedures documented, practiced through drills, and records maintained?
  • Are all statutory notices, signage, and warnings correctly displayed per applicable regulations?
  • Overall compliance with applicable UK statutory requirements:
  • Attach photo of emergency drill records, statutory signage register, and compliance certificates:

Enforcement Compliance & Management Review

Verify enforcement notice compliance, management review programme, and senior accountability.

  • Have all findings from previous regulatory inspections, enforcement notices, and prohibition orders been resolved?
  • Is management review of the health and safety management system conducted at least annually?
  • Number of open enforcement actions or improvement notices outstanding:
  • Senior Responsible Officer certification of inspection completion:

Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off

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  • List all deficiencies identified in this inspection:
  • Overall compliance status?
  • Corrective actions assigned to (name and department):
  • Inspector digital signature and date:

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Why Use This Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance Audit?

This building regulations 2010 part p electrical safety compliance audit helps construction teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for electrical inspector professionals, this checklist covers 20 critical inspection points across 5 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.

Ensures compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition), IET Wiring Regulations, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance Audit?

A Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance Audit is a standardized inspection form used by electrical inspector to ensure consistent construction operations. It contains 27 inspection points organized into 5 sections. FREE PDF - Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance checklist for UK operations. Covers Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 requirements. Download FREE template.

How often should I use this construction checklist?

This checklist is designed to be completed quarterly. Regular use ensures compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition) and helps identify issues before they become problems.

Can I download this Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance Audit as a PDF?

Yes, you can download this checklist as a FREE PDF for printing or offline use. The checklist includes 27 fields across 5 sections and typically takes 20-30 minutes to complete.

What compliance standards does this checklist cover?

This checklist helps ensure compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, BS 7671:2018 (18th Edition), IET Wiring Regulations, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. Following these standards protects your organization and ensures best practices.

How do I complete this construction inspection checklist?

Begin by completing the header fields for Site / Premises Name, Inspection Date, Inspector Name & Title, and Reference / Permit Number. Work through each of the 5 sections, marking items Yes or No as applicable. Add notes for any issues found. Finally, complete the footer fields and add your signature. The entire process takes approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

What are the key sections in this construction checklist?

This construction checklist is organized into 5 key sections: Electrical Safety Compliance & Certification, Competence, Monitoring & Outstanding Actions, Emergency Procedures, Signage & Legal Notices, Enforcement Compliance & Management Review, Corrective Actions & Inspector Sign-Off. Each section contains specific inspection points that electrical inspector must verify. The structured layout ensures nothing is missed during construction inspections and makes the process efficient, typically taking 20-30 minutes to complete.

Who should use this Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance Audit?

This checklist is primarily designed for electrical inspector working in construction operations. However, it is also valuable for quality assurance teams, safety officers, compliance managers, and supervisors who need to verify that construction standards are being met. Organizations of all sizes can benefit from using this Building Regulations 2010 Part P Electrical Safety Compliance Audit to maintain consistency and accountability.

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