Inspection Defects

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Visual inspection of following:

1. cord sets

2. cap, plug and receptacle of cord sets

3. equipment connected by cord and plug

Exceptions:

receptacles and cord sets which are fixed and not exposed to damage

Frequency of Inspections:

before each day’s use
Conduct tests for:

1. continuity of equipment grounding conductor

2. proper terminal connection of equipment grounding conductor

Frequency of Tests:

before first use
after repair, and before placing back in service
before use, after suspected damage
every 3 months, except that cord sets and receptacles that are fixed and not exposed to damage must be tested at regular intervals not to exceed 6 months.