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Low Voltage Project Kickoff Checklist

Use this checklist before every project to ensure you've covered scope, materials, manpower, and compliance.

Project Name

Date

0 of 29 items completed

Project Information

0/4

Client name & contact info documented

Jobsite address confirmed and GPS coordinates saved

Project type defined (data cabling, access control, fire alarm, CCTV, etc.)

Scope of work document finalized & signed by client

Permits & Approvals

0/4

Required permits submitted & approved (local AHJ, fire marshal, etc.)

Drawings/submittals reviewed and stamped if required

Client approvals received for change orders (if any)

Local code requirements researched and documented

Materials & Logistics

0/6

Bill of Materials (BOM) reviewed and verified against scope

Lead times checked (cable reels, racks, devices, certifier rentals, etc.)

Delivery schedule confirmed with suppliers and coordinated with site access

Storage/staging area on-site approved and secured

Specialty tools/equipment reserved (lifts, certifiers, core drill, etc.)

10% material buffer calculated for potential waste/rework

Crew & Safety

0/5

Crew assigned with roles defined (lead tech, helpers, apprentices)

Safety training reviewed (OSHA, confined space, lift operation, etc.)

PPE requirements communicated (hard hats, safety glasses, hi-vis, gloves)

Daily safety plan in place (toolbox talks scheduled)

Emergency contacts and procedures distributed to crew

Coordination & Scheduling

0/5

Pre-construction meeting scheduled with GC/PM

Milestones defined (rough-in, trim-out, testing, commissioning)

Integration with other trades confirmed (electricians, HVAC, GC)

Project calendar shared with client and team

Site access hours and restrictions documented

Documentation

0/5

Drawings & riser diagrams distributed to team (digital and hard copies)

Labeling scheme approved (rack, cable, device IDs)

Communication plan defined (daily reports, updates, issue escalation)

Testing and certification procedures documented

Project closeout requirements defined (as-builts, warranties, training)

Final Sign-Off

All items checked and verified before mobilizing crew to site.

Project Manager

Signature & Date

Lead Technician

Signature & Date

Safety Officer

Signature & Date

Generated by Low Voltage Nation • 10/1/2025

This checklist ensures project compliance and quality standards