Witness test report - traction checklist

Template Information

This audit will help you record the information when undertaking a witness test of a lift installation

Category: construction

Template Questions

  • Motor Room
  • Traction Machine
  • Full Load Tests
  • Car Top
  • Lift Car
  • Confirm the numbers the emergency communication system is programmed to dial: i.e. Number 1:, Number 2:, Number 3:, Number 4:
  • Lift Shaft
  • Lift Pit
  • Entrances
  • If No state required works:
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the motor room trunking? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the drive unit? Record reading below
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the control panel? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the landing entrances? Record highest and lowest readings below (Check each entrance independently).
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the door operator? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the lift car? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the lift car sling? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the car and counterweight guides? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the shaft trunking? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the landing push stations? Record reading below.
  • Is the maximum continuity resistance to earth 0.5 ohms or less on the landing indicators? Record reading below.
  • Earth Continuity Tests
  • Enter any outstanding items
  • On site representative
  • Consultants signature