EV Charging Station Pre-Trip Audit

Pre-trip inspection template for EV charging stations focused on connector cable condition, cooling system status, cleanliness, and safe access.

Station Identification

• Station ID or asset tag recorded
  Enter the unique station identifier, asset tag, or charger number.
• Location recorded
  Enter the site, bay, lane, or parking space location for the charger.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Capture the date and time the pre-trip inspection was completed.
• Station is identified and available for inspection
  Confirm the charger is present, identifiable, and accessible for the inspection.

Connector and Cable Condition

• Connector housing is intact with no cracks, burn marks, or deformation
  Inspect the connector body for physical damage, heat damage, or signs of arcing.
• Cable jacket is free from cuts, abrasions, exposed conductors, or pinch damage
  Check the full visible length of the cable for insulation defects, flattening, or exposed wiring.
• Strain relief and cable entry points are secure
  Verify the cable is properly supported and there is no looseness, separation, or stress at the connector or pedestal entry point.
• Connector pins and contacts are clean and undamaged
  Inspect exposed pins, contacts, and mating surfaces for corrosion, contamination, pitting, or bent components.
• Cable is properly stowed and not creating a trip hazard
  Confirm the cable is routed, hung, or coiled so it does not lie in walkways, vehicle paths, or accessible routes.

Cooling System Status

• Cooling system indicators show normal status
  Check the charger display, status lights, or diagnostic indicators for cooling-related alarms, faults, or warnings.
• Visible vents, fans, or heat exchangers are unobstructed
  Confirm cooling openings are not blocked by debris, stored items, or accumulated dust.
• No visible leaks, condensation issues, or coolant residue present
  Inspect around the charger base, cooling lines, and visible fittings for leaks, drips, pooling, or residue.
• Cooling system temperature or status reading is within normal range
  Record the displayed temperature or diagnostic reading if available.

Cleanliness and Housekeeping

• Charging area is free of debris, trash, and obstructions
  Check the immediate area around the charger, cable path, and user access zone for litter, tools, or stored materials.
• Connector, port, and surrounding surfaces are clean
  Verify dust, mud, ice, grease, or other contamination has not accumulated on the connector or charging interface.
• No standing water, ice, or slip hazard present
  Inspect the ground surface and access path for wet spots, ice buildup, or other slip/trip hazards.

Access and Operational Readiness

• Safe access path to the charger is clear and unobstructed
  Verify the approach route, user standing area, and any required accessible route are open and usable.
• Emergency shutoff or disconnect is visible and accessible
  Confirm emergency controls, disconnects, or shutdown devices are not blocked and can be reached quickly if needed.
• Charging station shows no active fault or out-of-service condition
  Verify the unit is not displaying an out-of-service tag, fault code, or warning that would prevent safe use.
• Any deficiency documented and escalated
  If any item failed, document the deficiency and notify the responsible maintenance or operations contact per site procedure.