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AGL Inspection, Maintenance & Audit Checklists

Printable checklist templates for AGL design review, installation and commissioning, runway and taxiway lighting, CCRs, series circuits, transformers, cables, maintenance logs, audits and handover, to be adapted to your approved procedures.

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AGL Inspection, Maintenance and Audit Checklists

An Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) inspection checklist helps airport maintenance teams, project engineers, commissioning personnel and quality auditors conduct systematic inspections and maintain consistent records.

AGL inspections may cover design documentation, runway and taxiway lighting, approach lighting systems, Constant Current Regulators (CCRs), series circuits, isolating transformers, cables, connectors, lighting control systems and project handover documentation.

Using a structured checklist helps teams record observations, identify defects, track corrective actions and verify that inspection activities have been completed.

Important: This page provides general checklist templates for guidance. Before use, adapt each checklist to the airport’s approved maintenance procedures, equipment manuals, project specifications, inspection and test plans (ITPs), applicable regulatory requirements and authorized acceptance criteria. These templates do not replace approved procedures or authorize work on safety-critical airport systems.

Checklists on this page

1 · Design Review

Airport Lighting Design Review Checklist

Design review helps identify omissions, coordination issues and documentation gaps before procurement, installation or modification work begins.

AGL Design Verification Checklist

No.Inspection itemVerification record
1Project scopeConfirm that the documented scope matches the project requirements
2Applicable standardsVerify the standards, specifications and revisions applicable to the project
3Operational requirementsReview the intended runway, taxiway, approach or other lighting application
4Approved drawingsCheck drawing numbers, revisions, approval status and consistency
5Equipment schedulesVerify fixture types, quantities, ratings and application
6Circuit scheduleConfirm circuit identification, allocation and associated equipment
7CCR selectionVerify ratings, configuration and compatibility with the specified circuits
8Primary cablesCheck cable types and specifications against approved design documents
9ConnectorsConfirm specified connector types and compatibility with associated equipment
10Isolating transformersVerify ratings, compatibility and intended installation locations
11Fixture selectionCheck equipment type, optical application and installation requirements
12Control and monitoringReview approved control functions, feedback signals and interfaces
13Protection requirementsReview specified electrical protection, earthing and bonding arrangements where applicable
14Installation accessConsider access for inspection, testing, replacement and future maintenance
15Interface coordinationCheck coordination with civil, electrical, control and other relevant systems
16Design approvalsConfirm that required technical reviews and approvals are documented

Design review record

Trace each design requirement from its source to the proof that it was met.

TRACE EACH REQUIREMENT FROM SOURCE TO PROOF 1 REQUIREMENT 2 SOURCE DOCUMENT 3 SPEC CLAUSE & TEST 4 EVIDENCE Runway edge light colour and intensity ICAO Annex 14 Vol I and DGCA requirements Photometric test against the specification Photometric report Inset fixture construction and durability FAA AC 150/5345-46 IS 11071 Type tests, such as leakage and load Type test certificate CCR for a 6.6 A series circuit IEC 61822, FAA AC 150/5345-10, IS 12291 Factory acceptance test Signed test record Series transformer isolation IEC 61823 IS 12290 Transformer tests per named standard Signed test record Installed circuit insulation IEC 60364-6 verification Insulation resistance test on site Commissioning record EVERY REQUIREMENT NEEDS A SOURCE, A CLAUSE, A TEST AND A RECORD EXAMPLES ONLY · CHECK EDITIONS AND CLAUSES AGAINST YOUR GOVERNING SPECIFICATION
Figure 1. A design review checks that every requirement has a source document, a clause or test, and evidence.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Requirement mapping Standard-selection flowchart Runway lighting pattern
2 · Installation & Commissioning

AGL Installation and Commissioning Checklist

The installation and commissioning checklist should follow the approved ITP, project specification and manufacturer instructions. Record the applicable inspection stage, results, deficiencies and required approvals.

Installation and Commissioning Verification

No.Inspection areaExample verification
1MaterialsConfirm equipment model, ratings, identification and approval status
2Installation recordsVerify that required inspections and records are available
3CablesCheck routing, identification, installation condition and relevant records
4Cable jointsReview jointing records and specified inspection or test results
5ConnectorsVerify connector type, compatibility, physical condition and correct assembly
6Isolating transformersCheck ratings, identification, connections and installation records
7Light fixturesVerify correct type, location, orientation and physical condition
8Mounting arrangementsCheck the installation against approved drawings and equipment instructions
9CCR equipmentVerify rating, configuration, protection and specified functional checks
10Series circuitsReview circuit identification, continuity or other specified test results, as applicable
11Control interfacesConfirm required interfaces and functions against approved documentation
12ALCMSVerify approved control functions, status indications and alarm responses
13InstrumentsConfirm instrument identification, calibration status where required, and suitability for the test
14Test recordsCheck that required results and witnessing records are complete
15Defect closureConfirm that recorded defects have been resolved or formally retained as outstanding
16Handover documentsVerify drawings, manuals, equipment registers and acceptance documents
Acceptance limits and test methods must be taken from the applicable project specification and approved test procedure. Do not treat a general checklist entry as a technical acceptance criterion.

Installation Inspection Record

ItemStatusRemarks / record reference
Materials verified☐ Pass ☐ Fail ☐ N/A
Installation verified☐ Pass ☐ Fail ☐ N/A
Tests completed☐ Pass ☐ Fail ☐ N/A
Required documents available☐ Pass ☐ Fail ☐ N/A
Defects recorded☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A
Required witness / approval completed☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ N/A

Overall result: ☐ Accepted   ☐ Accepted with documented outstanding items   ☐ Not accepted

Static checks come first; power goes on only after the hold point is cleared.

PRE-COMMISSIONING · STATIC CHECKS BEFORE POWER DE-ENERGISED · CCR LOCKED OUT · NO LIVE TESTS 1 DOCUMENTS As-built drawings Circuit schedules Permit & test plan RECORD: documents 2 INSTALLATION Fixtures aligned Torque & seating Labels & cleanliness RECORD: inspection 3 CABLES Loop continuity Insulation resistance Joints & connectors RECORD: cable log 4 EARTHING Earth resistance Bonding continuity Earth pits RECORD: earth log 5 EQUIPMENT CCR & controls Transformers & lamps Settings recorded RECORD: settings HOLD POINT READINESS SIGN-OFF · RECORDS REVIEWED 6 OPEN ITEM RECTIFY · RE-TEST CLEARED READY FOR ENERGIZATION SCHEMATIC · CHECK LISTS SHORTENED · NOT TO SCALE
Figure 2. Pre-commissioning sequence: documents, installation, cables, earthing and equipment, then a hold point before energisation.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Pre-commissioning Testing requirement flow Insulation-resistance testing
3 · Runway & Taxiway

Runway and Taxiway Lighting Inspection Checklist

Visual inspection helps identify fixture damage, contamination, installation issues and operational defects that may affect an airfield lighting system.

The applicable checklist may cover runway edge lights, runway centreline lights, threshold lights, runway-end lights, taxiway edge lights, taxiway centreline lights, approach lights and other installed visual aids.

Visual Inspection Checklist

No.Inspection itemWhat to verify
1Asset identificationConfirm the fixture location, type and asset or circuit ID
2Physical conditionLook for visible damage, deterioration or missing components
3Lens and optical surfacesCheck cleanliness, cracks and visible contamination
4Water ingress indicatorsLook for signs of moisture or water entry where observable
5Mounting securityCheck the installation against applicable maintenance instructions
6Alignment and orientationVerify against approved drawings, markings and specified inspection methods
7Light outputRecord apparent abnormalities and carry out prescribed checks where required
8Colour and optical conditionCheck against applicable equipment requirements and approved procedures
9Missing or damaged fixturesRecord exact locations and asset identification
10Circuit associationVerify the equipment-to-circuit identification against available records
11Surrounding conditionsRecord relevant obstruction, contamination or installation concerns
12Defect reportingClassify and report findings under the airport's approved system

Example Inspection Record

Asset / locationObservationDefect categoryAction / work order
    
    
    
    

A daylight inspection may reveal physical damage and contamination, while an approved night inspection may help reveal abnormalities in lighting performance, alignment or uniformity. The inspection method must be appropriate to the asset and task.

All inspections in runway strips, taxiways, runways and other controlled movement areas must be coordinated through the airport’s approved access, authorization, communication and operational control procedures.

Look at the whole pattern first, then walk the airfield and look closely at each fitting.

VIEW · FROM FAR TO NEAR start with the whole pattern, finish with the single component WHAT THE EYE LOOKS FOR every look has a defect it is trying to catch LAMP OUT DIM / UNEVEN 1. lit pattern from a distance 2. walk to each marked fixture 3. isolate, then open and look closer GAPS, DIMMING, WRONG COLOUR LIT out, dim, wrong colour, gaps EXTERNAL cracks, dirt, tilt, loose or missing fasteners SURROUNDINGS sealant, covers, water, debris, growth INTERNAL corrosion, damp, heat marks, damaged seals SIX INSPECTION STEPS · IN ORDER 1 PREPARE permit, records, last defects, PPE, radio with ATC 2 LIT VIEW circuit on: judge the pattern from a distance 3 WALK fixtures and signs one by one; note what is visible 4 SURROUNDS pavement, covers, water, debris, vegetation 5 CLOSE LOOK isolated, proved dead: connectors, seals, cable entries 6 RECORD classify, photo, log and raise work orders
Figure 3. Visual inspection sequence for runway and taxiway lighting, with what the eye looks for.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Visual inspection sequence Fixture inspection Lamp-out behaviour Adjacent-lamp-out rule
Airfield lighting technician checking a runway light after replacing a lamp
Photo 1. A technician checks that a runway light works after a lamp was replaced. The same walk-and-check routine applies at every airport.Credit: U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stephenie Wade (VIRIN 130625-F-IW762-064). Public domain (U.S. Government work). Source page
4 · CCR & Series Circuit

CCR and Series Circuit Inspection Checklist

Constant Current Regulators and associated series circuits are important elements of an AGL electrical system. Inspections should be carried out only by authorized personnel following the applicable electrical safety procedures and manufacturer documentation.

Constant Current Regulator (CCR) Checklist

No.Inspection itemWhat to verify
1Equipment identificationRecord CCR make, model, rating and asset number
2External conditionCheck for visible damage or abnormal conditions
3Cooling arrangementsInspect ventilation or cooling systems as applicable to the equipment
4Operating indicationsReview the specified meters, indicators and display values
5AlarmsRecord active, historical or recurring alarms as relevant to the inspection
6Current settingsVerify settings against approved records without making unauthorized changes
7Protective functionsReview the specified inspection or functional test records
8Control interfaceVerify required local and remote functions under the approved procedure
9Maintenance historyReview past failures, repairs, alarms and recurring observations
10Enclosure conditionCheck relevant visible condition, access and cleanliness in accordance with the manual
11Circuit identificationConfirm that labels and records correspond to the intended circuit
12Outstanding defectsRecord faults, restrictions and follow-up actions

Series Circuit Checklist

Confirm circuit identification against approved drawings and schedules.
Review available circuit history and previous fault reports.
Verify the status of reported defects and outstanding maintenance actions.
Inspect accessible cables and connectors for relevant visible defects.
Review specified cable, circuit or insulation test records where applicable.
Check equipment identification and recorded circuit modifications.
Confirm that relevant maintenance actions are documented and traceable.
Record required follow-up checks and authorized closure.
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Safety note: Do not open energized equipment, disconnect circuit components, conduct intrusive checks or modify CCR operating parameters without the approved isolation, permit and work procedures. Series-circuit testing must use the specified equipment and method.

A series circuit has one current, so one fault can affect every lamp on the loop.

SERIES CIRCUIT · WHERE EACH CHECKLIST LINE APPLIESONE LOOP · ONE CURRENT · EVERY LAMP IN SERIESCCR6.6 A OUTPUTSTEP 3 · NORMALSERIES CABLE LOOPLAMP OUTEARTH123451 CCR: display, output current, alarms · 2 Cable: insulation resistance, joints · 3 Transformer and connectors: seal, heat, damage4 Lamp and fixture: output, alignment · 5 Earth: bond and continuitySCHEMATIC · FOUR TRANSFORMERS SHOWN FOR CLARITY · REAL LOOPS ARE LONGER · NOT TO SCALE
Figure 4. Single-line view of a series circuit with the five places a CCR and circuit checklist looks.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Series circuit fault path Lamp-out behaviour

Same CCR, same circuit, different condition.

CCR INSPECTION SAME CCR, SAME CIRCUIT, DIFFERENT CONDITION DEFECTS FOUNDSOUND CCR ALARMOVER-TEMPTERMINATIONSISOLATEDCCR · STEP 3NORMALTERMINATIONSISOLATED CLOGGED VENT, ALARM, HOT TERMINAL, MOISTURECLEAN VENT, NORMAL DISPLAY, TIGHT TERMINALS CCR INSPECTION SEQUENCE Look outsideVents, display, alarmsIsolateLocked out, proved deadOpen upSeals, dust, moistureTerminationsHeat marks, tightnessEarth, labelsStrap, nameplate, labelsRecordPhoto, circuit, action Do not open the cabinet until the CCR is isolated, locked out and proved dead. SCHEMATIC · CCR LAYOUTS AND CHECKLISTS DIFFER BETWEEN MAKES AND SITES · NOT TO SCALE
Figure 5. CCR inspection: look outside, isolate, open up, check terminations, earth and labels, then record. Do not open the cabinet until it is isolated, locked out and proved dead.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: CCR inspection Constant current regulation
5 · Transformer & Cable

Isolating Transformer and Cable Inspection Checklist

Isolating transformers and associated primary and secondary cables should be inspected against their approved specifications, equipment instructions and installation records.

Isolating Transformer Checklist

No.Inspection itemWhat to verify
1Asset identificationRecord transformer ID, location and associated circuit
2Rated characteristicsVerify identification against the specified rating and equipment schedule
3Physical conditionRecord visible damage, deterioration or other abnormalities
4Connector conditionCheck the accessible connector and cable interface condition
5Installation locationVerify against approved drawings and equipment requirements
6Cable connectionsReview the installation or test records required for the task
7Associated fixtureConfirm the equipment relationship against the circuit schedule
8Test recordsReview the required test results and acceptance status
9Replacement recordsConfirm that replacement equipment is correctly identified and documented
10DefectsRecord abnormalities and required corrective action

Cable and Connector Checklist

Confirm cable identification and circuit reference.
Review the approved cable specification and installation drawings.
Check accessible cable routing for visible damage or installation concerns.
Review jointing, termination and connector assembly records.
Verify that connector types and ratings are appropriate for the specified application.
Review the required electrical test records.
Record any repairs, replacements or changes to the installed circuit.
Confirm that test results meet the criteria in the applicable approved procedure.
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Cable test methods and acceptance values depend on the cable type, circuit arrangement, test purpose and applicable procedure. Do not apply a generic test voltage or acceptance value to every AGL circuit.

Same transformer, same pit, different condition.

TRANSFORMER INSPECTION SAME TRANSFORMER, SAME PIT, DIFFERENT CONDITION DEFECTS FOUNDSOUND TRANSFORMER CRACK, HEAT MARK, DAMAGED LEAD, WATER INTACT BODY, CLEAN LEADS, DRY PIT TRANSFORMER INSPECTION SEQUENCE IsolateLocked out, proved deadOpen the pitLid off, pit checkedLook at the bodyHousing, heat, nameplateCheck the leadsInsulation and connectorsCheck supportMounting and earth bondRecordPhoto, circuit, action Treat the leads as live until the circuit is isolated and proved dead. SCHEMATIC · TRANSFORMER TYPES AND CHECKLISTS DIFFER BETWEEN SITES · NOT TO SCALE
Figure 6. Isolating transformer inspection. Treat the leads as live until the circuit is isolated and proved dead.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Transformer inspection Transformer troubleshooting

Follow the cable route from marker to marker, then record what was found.

CABLE ROUTE · WHAT AN INSPECTION CHECKS, IN ORDERGROUND LEVELEARTH BONDwater in pitDUCT · SHEATHcorroded connectorMARKERMARKERINSPECTION RECORDphoto · location · action1243561 · Route & markers2 · Pits & manholes3 · Ducts & cable4 · Joints & connectors5 · Earthing & bonding6 · Record & act
Figure 7. What a cable route inspection checks, in order: markers, pits, ducts, joints, earth bond and the record.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Cable inspection Connector inspection
Airfield lighting technician emerging from a manhole on a flightline during an inspection
Photo 2. An airfield lighting technician comes out of a manhole during an inspection while teammates wait outside the confined space. Pits and manholes need their own access checks.Credit: U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bailee A. Darbasie (VIRIN 190606-F-FM571-004). Public domain (U.S. Government work). Source page
6 · Maintenance Log

AGL Maintenance Log Template

A maintenance log creates a traceable record of inspections, defects, test results, corrective actions and verification.

Recommended Maintenance Log Fields

FieldInformation to record
Record numberUnique maintenance or inspection reference
Date and timeInspection start time and relevant completion time
LocationAirport, runway, taxiway, equipment room or other location
Asset identificationFixture, CCR, circuit, transformer, cable or system ID
Inspection typeRoutine inspection, defect investigation, preventive maintenance or other approved category
PersonnelName or identification of the responsible inspector and technician
ObservationFactual description of the condition found
Defect classificationCategory assigned under the airport's approved procedure
Test performedTest name and procedure reference, where applicable
Test resultActual measured result and unit, where applicable
Acceptance criterionApplicable reference and revision
Corrective actionRepair, replacement, adjustment or other approved action
Work orderWork order or corrective-action reference
Outstanding itemDetails of unresolved defects or follow-up requirements
VerificationPerson responsible for checking completed work
ClosureClosure date and authorized approval, as applicable

Blank Printable Maintenance Log

Date / timeLocation / asset IDObservation or defectTest result / referenceCorrective actionStatus / closure
      
      
      
      
      

Where quantitative measurements are recorded, include the units, instrument identification where required, relevant procedure reference and applicable acceptance limits.

Keep records in the airport’s approved maintenance or document management system, following applicable access, retention and revision-control requirements.

Requirements become a plan, the plan becomes work, and the work ends in a record.

HOW REQUIREMENTS TRAVEL INTO MAINTENANCE 1 REQUIREMENT LIST Standards, manufacturer data, regulator rules and contract terms OUTPUT: MAINTENANCE ITEMS 2 MAINTENANCE PLAN Tasks, intervals, spares, tools and acceptable condition OUTPUT: WORK INSTRUCTIONS 3 PREPARE SAFELY Permit, isolation, earthing, tower coordination and spares OUTPUT: SAFE TO WORK 4 CARRY OUT WORK Preventive tasks and corrective repairs OUTPUT: WORK DONE 5 VERIFY Post-work tests and checks against the acceptable condition OUTPUT: FIT FOR SERVICE 6 RECORD & REVIEW Records signed, circuit restored, findings reviewed against intervals OUTPUT: MAINTENANCE RECORDS FEEDBACK LOOP Findings, failures and repeat faults go back to the plan, so tasks, intervals and spares are reviewed against real results. PLAN FIRST · THEN ISOLATE, WORK, VERIFY, RESTORE AND RECORD SIMPLIFIED SEQUENCE · FOLLOW YOUR SITE PERMIT AND ISOLATION PROCEDURE
Figure 8. How requirements travel into maintenance. The log is the last step, and its findings feed back into the plan.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Maintenance requirement flow Preventive maintenance sequence Post-maintenance restoration
Airfield lighting electrician inspecting a light on a flightline
Photo 3. An electrician inspects an airfield light on a night round. Each fitting checked should leave a dated entry in the log.Credit: U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rusty Frank (VIRIN 140123-F-YU668-109). Public domain (U.S. Government work). Source page
7 · Defects

AGL Defect Classification and Corrective Action

Defect categories should be consistent with the airport’s approved maintenance and operational procedures. A general checklist should not establish its own operational risk classifications.

A defect record should include

Asset and locationDate and time identifiedDescription of the observed conditionApplicable defect category or priorityRequired notification or escalationAuthorized corrective actionWork order or incident referenceVerification evidenceOutstanding restrictions or follow-upAuthorized closure details

Example defect record

FieldExample entry
Asset IDAs recorded in the airport asset register
LocationAs recorded on the approved layout
ObservationFixture not operating during the inspection
CategoryAssigned under the airport's approved procedure
Initial actionReported to the responsible airport maintenance authority
Work referenceRecorded work order number
Corrective actionDocumented by authorized maintenance personnel
VerificationRecorded test or functional-check result
ClosureCompleted by the authorized reviewer
This example illustrates record structure only. It does not assign an operational defect category or prescribe a repair procedure.

Ask the questions in the same order for every finding. Safety is always asked first.

INSPECTION DECISION FLOW · SAFETY IS ALWAYS ASKED FIRST ASK IN ORDER · STOP AT THE FIRST YES 1 FINDING SAFETY HAZARD or lost function? 2 FUNCTION / OUTPUT reduced or growing? 3 ANY CHANGE from baseline? 4 NO NO NO YES CRITICAL REPORT · MAKE SAFE Then repair YES MAJOR PLAN REPAIR Re-check after repair YES MINOR RECORD · MONITOR Watch at next cycle NORMAL ROUTINE CYCLE RECORD · CLASSIFY · GRADE EVERY BRANCH ENDS WITH A RECORDED DECISION 5 IN DOUBT · TAKE THE MORE SERIOUS BRANCH SCHEMATIC · EXAMPLE FLOW ONLY · NOT TO SCALE
Figure 9. Inspection decision flow: each finding is classified critical, major or minor, or normal, and the decision is recorded.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Inspection decision flow Serviceability-triggered maintenance
8 · Compliance Audit

AGL Compliance and Quality Audit Checklist

A quality or compliance audit reviews whether the required processes, equipment records and evidence meet the specified requirements. The auditor should identify the applicable requirement and retain objective evidence for each finding.

Audit Verification Checklist

No.Audit areaVerification
1Applicable requirementsIdentify the specification, procedure, standard or contract requirement
2Document controlConfirm that applicable documents and revisions are controlled
3Design documentationCheck approved drawings, circuit schedules and equipment selections
4Material traceabilityReview approved material records and equipment identification
5Installation inspectionCheck completed installation inspection records
6Test evidenceVerify test reports, instruments and required approval records
7Maintenance recordsReview inspection logs, work orders and maintenance history
8Calibration recordsVerify instrument calibration evidence where required
9Defect managementCheck that reported defects have documented actions and status
10Corrective actionsReview evidence that identified nonconformities were addressed
11As-built documentsCompare required as-built records with the approved document process
12Training and authorizationVerify applicable personnel competency and authorization records
13Handover evidenceCheck the required handover pack and acceptance documents
14Previous audit findingsVerify the status and closure evidence of previous findings

Audit Finding Record

FieldDetails
Audit reference
Requirement or document reference
Objective evidence reviewed
Finding / observation
Finding categoryAssigned under the applicable audit procedure
Responsible person
Corrective-action due date
Evidence submitted
Verification result
Closure approval and date
Auditors should distinguish between a confirmed nonconformity, an observation, a documentation gap and an opportunity for improvement according to the governing audit process.

The strongest source governs; every item is checked in the same order.

COMPLIANCE DECISION TREE · THE STRONGEST SOURCE GOVERNS ASK IN ORDER · RECORD EVERY SOURCE THAT APPLIES 1 ITEM REGULATORY rule applies? 2 CONTRACT / SPEC clause applies? 3 STANDARD OR MAKER guidance applies? 4 NO NO NO NO SOURCE FOUND YES YES YES MANDATORY Must comply; no change without formal approval CONTRACTUAL Comply; changes only by agreed variation ADVISORY Follow it, or record a justified alternative UNCLEAR Ask the authority; record the answer 5 CAN IT BE MET AS WRITTEN? YES · evidence on file, compliance matrix updated   ·   NO · formal deviation, risk assessment, approval, record IN DOUBT · ASK THE AUTHORITY, DO NOT ASSUME SCHEMATIC · EXAMPLE FLOW ONLY · NOT TO SCALE
Figure 10. Compliance decision tree: mandatory, contractual or advisory source, then whether the requirement can be met as written.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: Compliance decision tree Requirement mapping
9 · Handover

AGL Handover Checklist

Before handover, review the documentation required by the contract, approved ITP, project specifications and airport acceptance procedure.

Handover Documentation

Approved drawings and required as-built drawings.
Final equipment schedules and asset registers.
CCR, transformer, cable and fixture documentation, as applicable.
Required inspection and test reports.
Commissioning and functional test records.
Approved deviations and documented design changes.
Outstanding defect, snag or punch-list register.
Defect closure and verification evidence.
Operation and maintenance manuals.
Manufacturer datasheets and warranty records.
Required spare-parts and special-tool records.
Training and knowledge-transfer records, where required.
Required software, configuration and control-system records, where applicable.
Required statutory, quality and acceptance documents.
Handover approvals and sign-off records.
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Handover Status Record

Acceptance status: ☐ Complete   ☐ Incomplete   ☐ Conditional, where permitted by the governing procedure

Handover must follow the contract and the airport’s authorized acceptance process. A completed checklist alone does not establish that the system is accepted for operational use.

What the owner should receive, and how the records tie together.

AS-BUILT RECORDS AND CIRCUIT SCHEDULES · WHAT WAS ACTUALLY INSTALLED RECORD AS BUILT · SAME REFERENCES · KEEP CURRENT 1 MARK UP Red-line site changes Routes and positions Note every deviation STEP: record 2 VERIFY Survey routes and pits Match tags to drawing Confirm equipment STEP: check 3 REDRAW Update the drawings Same circuit references New revision issued STEP: issue 4 SCHEDULE List each circuit Cable, lights, load Add test values STEP: tabulate 5 APPROVE Compare with the site Check against design Sign and date STEP: confirm 6 HAND OVER Into asset register Linked to each asset Controlled copies out STEP: file EVERY REPAIR, RE-ROUTE OR UPGRADE LOOPS BACK: THE RECORDS ARE UPDATED, NOT LEFT BEHIND INPUTS RED-LINES · SURVEY · TESTS · EQUIPMENT DATA What the records are built from OUTPUT AS-BUILT SET · CIRCUIT SCHEDULES Baseline for tracing, testing and maintenance POOR RECORDS: WRONG CABLE TRACED · WRONG LOAD ASSUMED · SLOW FAULT FINDING SCHEMATIC · SIMPLIFIED · NOT TO SCALE · STEPS OVERLAP
Figure 11. As-built records and circuit schedules: the records that make the handover pack usable for later maintenance.
AGL Visual Encyclopedia: As-built records and circuit schedules Pre-commissioning
10 · Preparing a Checklist

How to Prepare an Effective AGL Checklist

A useful AGL checklist should be specific to the asset, inspection activity and acceptance requirements.

01

Step 1: Identify the inspection objective.

Define whether the checklist is for design review, installation, commissioning, routine maintenance, fault investigation, audit or handover.

02

Step 2: Identify the asset and location.

Include the equipment ID, circuit reference and physical location needed to trace the inspection.

03

Step 3: Reference the governing documents.

Identify the applicable approved drawings, project specification, ITP, maintenance manual, test procedure and relevant standard revision.

04

Step 4: Define the inspection method.

Specify what the inspector must observe, measure, review or functionally verify. Use only authorized methods.

05

Step 5: Establish acceptance criteria.

Record the applicable limits or requirements from the governing document. Avoid vague entries such as "check OK" where specific evidence is required.

06

Step 6: Provide clear result fields.

Use suitable entries such as Pass, Fail and Not Applicable, supplemented by a remarks field. For quantitative tests, include the result, units and criteria reference.

07

Step 7: Assign corrective-action responsibility.

Give every finding a traceable reference, responsible person, due date where applicable and closure status.

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Step 8: Control checklist revisions.

Maintain a document number, revision, issue date and approval record when required by the organization's document control process.

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Step 9: Review after use.

Update the checklist through an approved change process when equipment, procedures or governing requirements change.

Six parts turn a list of tasks into a record someone else can rely on.

ANATOMY OF A USABLE CHECKLIST · SIX PARTSASSET IDLOCATIONDATEINSPECTORCHECKREFERENCEACCEPT IFRESULTNOTE / ACTIONFixture clean, alignedPASSCable ends sealedPASSLamp output reducedFAILLabel legibleN/AEarth strap tightPASSSIGN-OFFINSPECTED BYVERIFIED BYDATE1IDENTIFYasset, place, date, person2REFERENCEmanual or approved procedure3CRITERIONa stated pass limit, not a feeling4RESULTpass, fail or N/A, never blank5ACTnote defect and corrective action6VERIFYsecond sign-off closes the itemSCHEMATIC · EXAMPLE LAYOUT ONLY · ADAPT FIELDS TO YOUR APPROVED PROCEDURE
Figure 12. The parts of a usable checklist, from identifying the asset to a second sign-off.
11 · Document Format

Recommended Checklist Document Format

For a printable checklist or controlled inspection form, include these document-control fields:

Document fieldPurpose
Checklist titleIdentifies the inspection activity
Document numberSupports traceability
Revision numberIdentifies the current approved version
Effective dateShows when the revision applies
Project / airportEstablishes the scope
Equipment / circuit IDIdentifies the item inspected
Governing document referenceLinks the inspection to approved requirements
Inspector detailsRecords responsibility
Result and remarks fieldsCaptures observations and evidence
Corrective-action referenceLinks findings to follow-up records
Reviewer / approvalRecords the required verification
Page numberMaintains document integrity
Where an organization requires controlled forms, checklists should be reviewed and approved before formal issue. Printed copies should be checked for revision status before use.
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1What is an AGL inspection checklist?

An AGL inspection checklist is a structured record used to verify relevant equipment condition, installation quality, electrical-system records, test evidence or maintenance activities against specified requirements.

Q2How do I prepare an AGL maintenance checklist?

Identify the asset, inspection frequency and objective. Refer to the applicable equipment instructions and approved procedure, define the checks and acceptance criteria, and provide fields for observations, test results, corrective actions and verification.

Q3What is an AGL compliance checklist?

An AGL compliance checklist records whether applicable design, material, installation, testing, maintenance or documentation requirements have been met, supported by references and objective evidence.

Q4Can these checklists be used at every airport?

They can serve as a starting point, but each checklist must be adapted to the airport's equipment, operating environment, approved access procedures, applicable requirements and maintenance system.

Q5Should an AGL checklist include measured test values?

Where measurements are required, record actual results with units, the test method or procedure reference, instrument details where required and the applicable acceptance criteria. Do not substitute generic values for approved limits.

Q6Does a completed checklist prove that an AGL system is ready for operation?

No. A checklist is a record of an inspection activity. Operational release or acceptance must follow the airport's authorized procedures, applicable acceptance requirements and required approvals.

Q7What should an airport lighting design checklist include?

An airport lighting design checklist should cover the applicable standards, lighting layouts, circuit arrangement and loading, equipment selection, cable routing, power supply, control and monitoring, redundancy and documentation. It is a design review aid and does not replace the designer's responsibility.

Q8What is an airfield lighting commissioning checklist?

An airfield lighting commissioning checklist records the checks made before and during energisation: equipment installed correctly, insulation and continuity tests, CCR operation, brightness steps, control functions and alarms. Signed results support handover and acceptance.

Q9What does an airport lighting maintenance checklist cover?

An airport lighting maintenance checklist covers routine visual inspection, cleaning, lamp or LED status, connectors and sealing, CCR and circuit readings, defect recording and follow-up actions. It sets the frequency of each task and who signs it off.

Q10What is an airfield lighting compliance checklist and an airfield lighting audit checklist?

An airfield lighting compliance checklist compares the installation and records with the applicable standards and the airport specification. An airfield lighting audit checklist supports a structured review of procedures, records, maintenance and quality systems. Both are used by quality, safety and technical teams.

Q11What belongs on an AGL maintenance safety checklist?

An AGL maintenance safety checklist covers permits, isolation and lockout, test for dead, PPE, movement-area access, communication and emergency arrangements before work starts. Use it together with the airport's own safe-working procedures.

Q12What is an airfield lighting maintenance log template?

An airfield lighting maintenance log template is a standard record of what was inspected or repaired, where, when, by whom, with test readings and follow-up. A consistent log shows trends and supports audits and reliability reviews.

Q13How to prepare an AGL maintenance checklist?

To prepare an AGL maintenance checklist, list the equipment and circuits, take tasks and intervals from the manufacturer's manuals and airport procedures, and add pass criteria and space for readings. Then trial it in the field, review it with the maintenance team and keep it under revision control.

Q14What is an airfield ground lighting inspection checklist and an airfield lighting inspection checklist?

An airfield lighting inspection checklist, also called an airfield ground lighting inspection checklist, lists the checks for each lighting system: condition of fixtures, lenses, alignment, sealing, outages and circuit readings. Each item has a pass or fail result and a defect note.

Q15What do a runway lighting inspection checklist and an approach lighting inspection checklist include?

A runway lighting inspection checklist covers runway edge, threshold, end and centreline lights for outages, damage, dirt, alignment and brightness. An approach lighting inspection checklist covers approach lights, supports and frangibility, aiming and outages. Both record defects for correction.

Q16What do a runway edge lights inspection checklist, runway centreline lights inspection checklist and threshold lights inspection checklist include?

These checklists cover physical condition, lens cleanliness, sealing, colour, alignment, mounting and whether each light operates at all brightness steps. A runway edge lights inspection checklist, runway centreline lights inspection checklist and threshold lights inspection checklist are normally completed along the runway with outages recorded by position.

Q17What is an AGL series circuit inspection checklist and a constant current regulator inspection checklist?

An AGL series circuit inspection checklist records current and voltage readings, insulation resistance, earth-fault indication and visual checks of the circuit. A constant current regulator inspection checklist records the CCR's output current at each step, alarms, cooling, connections and control mode.

Q18What is an airfield lighting isolation transformer inspection checklist and an airfield lighting cable inspection checklist?

An airfield lighting isolation transformer inspection checklist covers housing condition, sealing, connectors, secondary lead and insulation tests. An airfield lighting cable inspection checklist covers visible cable condition, joints, markers, routes and the results of continuity and insulation tests.

Q19What is an airfield lighting control system inspection checklist and an ALCMS inspection checklist?

An airfield lighting control system inspection checklist covers the operator interface, controllers, communications, alarms and backup control. An ALCMS inspection checklist adds checks of status indications, event logs, time synchronisation and interfaces with CCRs. Results are recorded with any alarms found.

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Final Note

Consistent AGL inspections depend on clear requirements, suitable inspection methods, competent and authorized personnel, traceable records and timely corrective action. Use these templates as a foundation, then adapt and control them through the applicable airport and project procedures.

This educational content is intended as general technical guidance. Approved airport procedures, applicable regulatory requirements, project specifications and manufacturer instructions take precedence.
Field Insight

Engineering & Expert Notes

A Checklist Supports Judgement, It Does Not Replace It
Use

Inspectors should record observations that are not on the form. Allow space for notes and make sure unusual findings are escalated.

Tailor Generic Forms to the Installation
Customisation

Align item names, tolerances and frequencies with your airfield's equipment and approved procedures before using a template in the field.

Control Revisions of the Checklist Itself
Document Control

Different versions in circulation cause inconsistent inspections. Keep one controlled version and withdraw old copies.

Define Defect Categories Before the Inspection
Classification

Agree in advance which findings need immediate action, which can be scheduled and which are advisory. This keeps responses consistent.

Photograph Defects With a Location Reference
Evidence

A photo with a clear location makes later repair and verification easier. Add the item identifier to the record.

Close the Loop on Every Finding
Follow-Up

Track each defect to completion and re-inspection. Unclosed findings erode trust in the whole inspection process.

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