When it comes to an electrical pedestal for your marina, are you making sure it is fully inspected and safe? Here at Dockside Power Inc., our team of professionals want to make sure you have a checklist to ensure the safety of those around your dock power pedestal. We specialize in pedestals for your marina, and boats are conveniently located near Naples. 

 

Do You Have A Checklist?

If you already have a checklist in hand, you are ahead of the game. Having a checklist handy will help ensure that your electrical system is throughly inspected, which is essential. Different areas and utilities at your marina will need daily, weekly, monthly, or even annual inspections. We want to inform you about our suggested inspection schedules. Remember, each marina is built differently. Because of this, you will need to determine how often inspections should be conducted based on the personal needs and use of electric. 

 

Our Checklist for an Electrical Pedestal

    • Daily Inspection
      • Are the lights working properly
      • Are there any non-approved marine electrical cables
      • Is there any non-approved marine electrical lighting
      • Are there electrical cords or is the equipment in the water
      • Are any electrical cord in contact with sharp edges that may produce chafing
      • Are any electrical components exposed on your equipment?
      • Is there charring at any powerpost outlets
      • For Power Pedestals: 
        • Are all doors and door springs in good working condition
        • Are all cable brackets in good working condition
        • Are all units mounted securely
        • Are there any signs of acing under receptacle doors
        • Are all receptacle plates and breaker covers in good working condition
        • Are there any signs of arcing around the terminations
        • Are there any signs of melting around the terminations
        • Are all plates holding termination in good working condition

 

  • Monthly Inspection

 

      • For Power Pedestals:
        • Are all cables supported properly to avoid damage/chafing
        • Are equipment housings in good working condition
        • Are all doors in good working condition
        • Are all locking mechanisms operational
        • Are all units mounted securely
        • Are there any signs of cracking at mounting locations
        • Are equipment housings in good working condition
        • Are all meters working properly 
        • Are all counters visible
        • Are there fogging issues with counters
        • Are all communication connections and weatherproof covers in good condition
        • Are there any sign of rust around the receptacles or breakers
        • Do you have signs posted at Fuel Dock interacting boaters to turn off all power while fueling

 

  • Annual Inspection

 

    • For Power Pedestals
      • Are all cables approved for installation in a wet location
      • Is the electrical wiring in good working conditions
      • Are grounds installed properly
      • Are emergency electrical disconnects readily access

 

Check Out Our Dock Power Pedestal

We know everything you need to know when it comes to an electrical pedestal. The last thing you want is to be the next victim to the electrocution. Dockside Power, Inc. was established to provide the ultimate solution to the marine power requirements of marinas and homes. With over 40 years of experience in marine power, we custom design a dock power pedestal unique to your needs, such as our shore power pedestal. All products are manufactured at our location near Naples. Contact us today to get all the necessary information you need in regards to marine electricity. We are here to help and are located near Naples!

 

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