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Lesson 5: Simple Electrical Fixes - Template

Home Electrical System Inventory

Circuit Mapping

Consumer unit/fuse box location: _______________________________________

Total number of circuits: _______________________________________

Circuit #
Amperage
What It Controls
Notes

Special circuits/dedicated lines: _______________________________________

RCD protected circuits: _______________________________________

Light Switch Inventory

Location
Type
Condition
Issues
Upgrade Potential
□ Single-pole □ Two-way □ Dimmer □ Timer □ Smart
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Single-pole □ Two-way □ Dimmer □ Timer □ Smart
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Single-pole □ Two-way □ Dimmer □ Timer □ Smart
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Single-pole □ Two-way □ Dimmer □ Timer □ Smart
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Single-pole □ Two-way □ Dimmer □ Timer □ Smart
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low

Outlet Inventory

Location
Type
Condition
Issues
Upgrade Potential
□ Standard □ Switched □ USB □ RCD □ Outdoor
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Standard □ Switched □ USB □ RCD □ Outdoor
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Standard □ Switched □ USB □ RCD □ Outdoor
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Standard □ Switched □ USB □ RCD □ Outdoor
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Standard □ Switched □ USB □ RCD □ Outdoor
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low

Light Fixture Inventory

Location
Type
Bulb Type/Wattage
Condition
Issues
Upgrade Potential
□ Pendant □ Flush □ Recessed □ Track □ Wall
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Pendant □ Flush □ Recessed □ Track □ Wall
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Pendant □ Flush □ Recessed □ Track □ Wall
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Pendant □ Flush □ Recessed □ Track □ Wall
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low
□ Pendant □ Flush □ Recessed □ Track □ Wall
□ Good □ Fair □ Poor
□ High □ Medium □ Low

Electrical Repair Log

Switch Repairs/Replacements

Date
Location
Problem
Solution
Parts Used
Cost
Notes for Future

Outlet Repairs/Replacements

Date
Location
Problem
Solution
Parts Used
Cost
Notes for Future

Light Fixture Repairs/Replacements

Date
Location
Problem
Solution
Parts Used
Cost
Notes for Future

Other Electrical Repairs

Date
Issue
Location
Solution
Professional Help?
Cost
Notes
□ Yes □ No
□ Yes □ No
□ Yes □ No

Light Switch Replacement Worksheet

Project Planning

Switch location: _______________________________________

Current switch type: □ Single-pole □ Two-way □ Intermediate □ Dimmer □ Timer □ Smart

Replacement switch type: □ Single-pole □ Two-way □ Intermediate □ Dimmer □ Timer □ Smart

Reason for replacement: _______________________________________

Circuit breaker number: _______________________________________

Tools needed: - [ ] Non-contact voltage tester - [ ] Insulated screwdrivers - [ ] Wire strippers (if needed) - [ ] Needle-nose pliers - [ ] Electrical tape - [ ] Torch/flashlight - [ ] Other: _______________________________________

Materials needed: - [ ] New switch - [ ] Wire connectors (if needed) - [ ] New cover plate (if needed) - [ ] Other: _______________________________________

Replacement Procedure Checklist

Turn off power at circuit breaker
Verify power is off with voltage tester
Remove cover plate
Remove switch mounting screws
Pull switch out from wall box
Take photo of existing wiring
Note wire connections:
  • Live wire connected to: _______________________________________
  • Neutral wire connected to: _______________________________________
  • Earth wire connected to: _______________________________________
  • Other wires: _______________________________________
Disconnect wires from old switch
Connect wires to new switch in same configuration
Secure all connections
Tuck wires neatly into wall box
Mount new switch with screws
Attach cover plate
Turn power back on at circuit breaker
Test switch operation

Notes on procedure: _______________________________________

Issues encountered: _______________________________________

Solutions applied: _______________________________________

Outlet Replacement Worksheet

Project Planning

Outlet location: _______________________________________

Current outlet type: □ Standard □ Switched □ USB □ RCD □ Outdoor □ Other: _______

Replacement outlet type: □ Standard □ Switched □ USB □ RCD □ Outdoor □ Other: _______

Reason for replacement: _______________________________________

Circuit breaker number: _______________________________________

Tools needed: - [ ] Non-contact voltage tester - [ ] Insulated screwdrivers - [ ] Wire strippers (if needed) - [ ] Needle-nose pliers - [ ] Electrical tape - [ ] Torch/flashlight - [ ] Other: _______________________________________

Materials needed: - [ ] New outlet - [ ] Wire connectors (if needed) - [ ] New cover plate (if needed) - [ ] Other: _______________________________________

Replacement Procedure Checklist

Turn off power at circuit breaker
Verify power is off with voltage tester
Remove cover plate
Remove outlet mounting screws
Pull outlet out from wall box
Take photo of existing wiring
Note wire connections:
  • Live wire (brown/red) connected to: _______________________________________
  • Neutral wire (blue/black) connected to: _______________________________________
  • Earth wire (green/yellow) connected to: _______________________________________
  • Other wires: _______________________________________
Disconnect wires from old outlet
Connect wires to new outlet in same configuration
Secure all connections
Tuck wires neatly into wall box
Mount new outlet with screws
Attach cover plate
Turn power back on at circuit breaker
Test outlet operation

Notes on procedure: _______________________________________

Issues encountered: _______________________________________

Solutions applied: _______________________________________

Light Fixture Replacement Worksheet

Project Planning

Fixture location: _______________________________________

Current fixture type: □ Pendant □ Flush mount □ Recessed □ Track □ Wall sconce □ Other: _______

Replacement fixture type: □ Pendant □ Flush mount □ Recessed □ Track □ Wall sconce □ Other: _______

Reason for replacement: _______________________________________

Circuit breaker number: _______________________________________

Tools needed: - [ ] Non-contact voltage tester - [ ] Insulated screwdrivers - [ ] Wire strippers (if needed) - [ ] Needle-nose pliers - [ ] Electrical tape - [ ] Torch/flashlight - [ ] Ladder - [ ] Helper for support - [ ] Other: _______________________________________

Materials needed: - [ ] New light fixture - [ ] Wire connectors - [ ] Mounting hardware - [ ] Light bulbs - [ ] Other: _______________________________________

Replacement Procedure Checklist

Turn off power at circuit breaker
Verify power is off with voltage tester
Remove light bulbs from old fixture
Remove any glass shades or covers
Remove mounting hardware
Support fixture while working
Take photo of existing wiring
Note wire connections:
  • Live wire (brown/red) connected to: _______________________________________
  • Neutral wire (blue/black) connected to: _______________________________________
  • Earth wire (green/yellow) connected to: _______________________________________
  • Other wires: _______________________________________
Disconnect wires from old fixture
Remove old mounting bracket if needed
Install new mounting bracket if provided
Connect wires to new fixture in same configuration
Secure all connections with wire nuts
Tuck wires neatly into ceiling/wall box
Mount new fixture according to instructions
Install light bulbs
Attach any shades or covers
Turn power back on at circuit breaker
Test fixture operation

Notes on procedure: _______________________________________

Issues encountered: _______________________________________

Solutions applied: _______________________________________

Electrical Troubleshooting Log

Problem: _______________________________________

Date discovered: _______________________________________

Symptoms: - [ ] No power - [ ] Intermittent power - [ ] Flickering - [ ] Buzzing/noise - [ ] Warm to touch - [ ] Tripping breaker - [ ] Shock/spark - [ ] Other: _______________________________________

Affected areas/devices: _______________________________________

Troubleshooting steps taken: 1. _______________________________________ 2. _______________________________________ 3. _______________________________________ 4. _______________________________________

Diagnosis: _______________________________________

Solution applied: _______________________________________

Professional help required?: □ Yes □ No

Cost: _______________________________________

Preventive measures for future: _______________________________________