BSEE 4 – ELECTIVE 1
ELECTRICAL BUILDING AUDIT
LOCATION:
AUDIT DATE:
AUDIT PERFORMED BY:
AUDIT TEAM:
WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY - COLLEGE OF HOME ECONOMICS
AUGUST – SEPTEMBER 2025
EE ELECTIVE 1 - GROUP 2
Darayan, Ansar
Castillon, Eran
Escandar, Rafiq
Limen, Christian
Zaragoza, Casey
FIRST FLOOR AUDIT
FINDINGS NO: 1-A
CATEGORY: SERVICE DROP
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
UNSAFE SERVICE ENTRANCE
The service entrance doesn’t have any weathering
protection. It has exposed line service conductors. The
service entrance is poorly supported by insulators on
wood instead of rigid masts. Open Splices are visible, and
the insulation looks aged.
VIOLATIONS:
PEC 2.30 (Services) – Requires proper service head,
conductor support, and drip loops.
PEC 3.14 (Splices and Terminations) – All splices
must be made with approved devices and contained
in junction boxes.
PEC 1.10 (Guarding of Live Parts) – Live conductors
must be enclosed/guarded from accidental contact.
OSHS Rule 1210 – Requires electrical installations to
conform to PEC for worker/public safety.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Replace old insulator mounted service entrance with a
proper service mast and weather head
Relocate service conductors away from combustible
materials and enclose all splices in proper junction boxes
and connectors.
1st Floor - Outdoors
FINDINGS NO: 1-B
CATEGORY: WIRING METHODS AND PROTECTION
RISK LEVEL: MEDIUM
FINDING:
The air conditioning unit is wall-mounted, but above it is
an open ceiling cavity with exposed conductors.
Wires enter the cavity from an open hole and appear to
be unsupported.
There is a conduit (right side) that is improperly
terminated or not securely fastened.
VIOLATIONS:
UNSUPPORTED CONDUCTORS
NEC 300.11(A) – "Raceways and cables shall be
securely fastened in place and supported."
EXPOSED WIRING AND OPEN BOX
NEC 300.15 – "Where cable or raceway enters a box,
fitting, or enclosure, it shall be made with a fitting
designed for the purpose."
IMPROPER PENETRATION
NEC 300.4(A)(1) – "Cables passing through holes in
wood framing members shall be protected against
physical damage."
IMPROPER CONDUIT TERMINATION
NEC 300.10 – "Raceways shall be continuous and
securely fastened in place."
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Install a weatherproof or sealed junction box where
cables enter the ceiling.
All conductors should be routed through complete
conduits or raceways with approved connectors and
bushings.
Close off the open ceiling cavity with a solid, noncombustible cover panel.
If this is outdoor exposure, ensure all equipment and
boxes are NEMA 3R or IP65 rated.
1st Floor - Outdoors
FINDINGS NO: 1-C
CATEGORY: WIRING METHODS AND PROTECTION
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
EXPOSED ELECTRICAL SPLICING OUTDOORS
Instead of proper junction boxes, the electrical wiring
seems to be only joined and wrapped with electrical tape
and may cause short circuits or become fire hazards.
The wiring appears to be unsupported and the red
conduit seen in the picture is not properly terminated or
sealed. Open-ended conduits allow moisture and dust to
enter, which can deteriorate insulation.
VIOLATIONS:
EXPOSED SPLICES AND IMPROPER TAPING
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.9.2 – All splices shall be made
with approved splicing devices and enclosed in junction
boxes.
UNSUPPORTED WIRING
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.00.8.1 – Cables and conductors must
be secured and supported at proper intervals.
IMPROPER USE OF CONDUIT
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.4.5 – Conduits must be properly
terminated with fittings, bushings, and covers to protect
conductors.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Properly enclose conduits and secure electrical splicing
1st Floor Outdoor Path
FINDINGS NO: 1-D
CATEGORY: CIRCUIT BREAKER- Maintenance and
Workmanship
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
EXPOSED AND UNMAINTAINED LIVE WIRES
Wires are stripped and exposed, which is an electrical
hazard. They are also observed to be old, brittle, and
dusty, which suggests it is clearly unmaintained.
TANGLED WIRING
Wires are tangled and hanging loosely from the ceiling.
CIRCUIT BREAKER INACCESSIBILITY
The circuit breaker is located right under the roof, out of
reach.
IMPROPER WIRING CONNECTIONS
Multiple wires are connected without the proper use of
junction boxes and connectors.
VIOLATIONS:
WIRING VIOLATION
PEC Part 1, Sec. 1.10.1.3 – Electrical installations must
be in neat and workmanlike manner.
PEC Part 1, Sec. 1.10.1.11 – Live parts of electrical
equipment must be guarded against accidental contact.
IMPROPER SPLICING / CONNECTIONS OUTSIDE
JUNCTION BOXES
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.9.2 – All splices must be
contained in approved boxes with covers.
BURNT/DAMAGED INSULATION
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.2.2 – Conductors with damaged
insulation shall not be used.
PEC Part 1, Sec. 2.10.1.5 – Service drops and service
entrance conductors must be securely installed and
protected from damage.
OSHS Rule 1210 – All electrical wiring and equipment
must be maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
If Wiring and Circuit Breaker are inactive and no longer
operational, terminate connections and remove or
replace wiring connections.
Proper splicing and connection practices should be
followed. Secure wiring in junction boxes and connectors.
1st Floor - Outdoors
FINDINGS NO: 1-E
CATEGORY: OUTLET AND SWITCH INSTALLATION
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
MISSING COVER
The electrical outlet doesn’t have a cover.
VIOLATIONS:
MISSING ELECTRICAL COVER
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.6.1 (Boxes and Fittings –
Covers) - In completed installations, each box shall be
provided with a cover, faceplate, or fixture canopy.
OSHS RULE 1210, SEC. 1214.01 (INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE) - Electrical equipment shall be
maintained in a safe condition to prevent danger from
accidental contact with live parts.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Secure all electrical outlets with proper covers, face
plates and fixed canopies.
1st Floor - Hallway
FINDINGS NO: 1-F
CATEGORY: OUTLET AND SWITCH INSTALLATION
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
MISSING COVER
The electrical outlet doesn’t have a cover.
VIOLATIONS:
MISSING ELECTRICAL COVER
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.6.1 (Boxes and Fittings –
Covers) - In completed installations, each box shall be
provided with a cover, faceplate, or fixture canopy.
OSHS RULE 1210, SEC. 1214.01 (INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE) - Electrical equipment shall be
maintained in a safe condition to prevent danger from
accidental contact with live parts.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Secure all electrical outlets with proper covers, face
plates and fixed canopies.
1st Floor – Oven Room
FINDINGS NO: 1-G
CATEGORY: WIRING METHODS AND PROTECTION
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
One junction box is missing a cover.
Cables are organized but may be densely packed.
VIOLATIONS:
MISSING JUNCTION BOX COVER
NEC Article 314.25 – Covers and Canopies:
In completed installations, each box shall have a cover,
faceplate, lamp holder, or luminaire canopy.
POTENTIAL BOX OVERFILL
NEC Article 314.16 – Number of Conductors in Outlet,
Device, and Junction Boxes:
Boxes shall be of sufficient size to provide free space for
all enclosed conductors.
CONDUIT ROUTING AND SUPPORT
NEC Article 352.30 – PVC Conduit Support:
PVC conduit shall be supported at intervals not
exceeding 3 ft (0.91 m) and within 3 ft of each outlet box.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Install a proper cover on the junction box
immediately to prevent contact with live conductors.
Verify box fill calculation per NEC Table 314.16(B) to
ensure it's not overcrowded.
Label the conduit or install a circuit directory for
better system management.
Ensure all conduit runs are securely supported as
per NEC standards.
1st Floor – NEAR ENTRANCE
FINDINGS NO: 1-H
CATEGORY: WIRING METHODS AND PROTECTION
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
MISMATCHED JUNCTION BOX AND JUNCTION BOX
COVER
Orange cover is partially present but not secured.
Exposed conductors are hanging outside the box.
Electrical tape used to wrap or bind conductors. PVC
conduit entries are not properly sealed or terminated.
VIOLATIONS:
NEC 314.25 – Covers and Canopies - In completed
installations, each box shall have a cover, faceplate,
lampholder, or luminaire canopy that is suitable for the
use. Covers shall be of the same shape as the box and
designed to provide complete closure.
EXPOSED LIVE CONDUCTORS
NEC Article 300.15 - Boxes, Conduit Bodies, or
Fittings - Where the conductors are not visible and
accessible after installation, they shall be installed in an
approved box or fitting.
NEC Article 110.12(A) - Electrical equipment shall be
installed in a neat and workmanlike manner.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Replace the cover with a manufacturer-approved cover
plate that:
 Matches the shape and size of the junction box,
 Can be securely fastened (screw holes must
align),
 Is rated for the environment (e.g., damp, outdoor,
etc.).
1st Floor - Outdoors
SECOND FLOOR AUDIT
FINDINGS NO: 2-A
CATEGORY: OUTLET AND SWITCH INSTALLATION
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
OUTLET IS MISSING THE FACEPLATE/COVER
The live receptacle parts and internal wiring are exposed.
IMPROPER MECHANICAL PROTECTION
Plug is inserted while the outlet is unsecured, risking
movement, loosening, or accidental disconnection.
VIOLATIONS:
MISSING COVER PLATE
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.6.1 (Boxes and Fittings –
Covers) - In completed installations, each box shall be
provided with a cover, faceplate, or fixture canopy.
UNSEALED BOX OPENINGS
PEC Part 1, Sec. 3.10.6.2 (Unused Openings) - Unused
openings in boxes shall be effectively closed to afford
protection substantially equivalent to the wall of the box
PEC Part 1, Sec. 1.10.1.11 - Live parts of electrical
equipment operating at 50 volts or more shall be guarded
against accidental contact.
PEC Part 1, Sec. 1.10.1.3 - Electrical equipment shall be
installed in a neat and workmanlike manner.
OSHS RULE 1210 - Requires electrical systems to be
“maintained in a safe condition to prevent danger from
accidental contact with live parts.”
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Install approved outlet faceplate/cover immediately.
2nd Floor - First Lecture Room
FINDINGS NO: 2-B
CATEGORY: LIGHT FIXTURE
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
UNSAFE LIGHT FIXTURE
The fluorescent lighting fixture is surface-mounted to a
ceiling section made of discolored/damaged plywood.
The plywood appears water-stained and potentially
compromised structurally.
The light appears to be sagging slightly, suggesting it
may not be securely fastened.
Ceiling looks patchy and unsafe for electrical equipment
installation.
VIOLATIONS:
NEC 410.36(B) – Suspended or Pendant Luminaires
"Luminaires (lighting fixtures) shall be securely mounted
so that they will not fall."
USE OF DAMAGED, NON-STRUCTURAL MATERIAL
NEC 110.3(B) – "Equipment shall be installed and used in
accordance with its listing and labeling.” Most lighting fixtures
are listed for mounting on solid, non-combustible, structurally
sound surfaces.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(7) - Listed or labeled
equipment shall be installed and used in accordance with
any instructions included in the listing or labeling.
NEC 110.12(A) – Electrical equipment shall be installed
in a neat and workmanlike manner.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Immediately secure or remove the fixture until it can be
properly mounted.
Replace damaged plywood with a code-compliant,
structurally sound mounting surface.
Inspect electrical connections for signs of strain, wear, or
insulation damage due to movement or moisture.
Ensure the replacement mounting surface is noncombustible if required (especially for
commercial/industrial spaces).
2nd Floor Hallway
FINDINGS NO: 2-C
CATEGORY: OUTLET AND SWITCH INSTALLATION
RISK LEVEL: MEDIUM
FINDING:
SWITCHES INSTALLED VERY CLOSE TO THE
CEILING INSTEAD OF THE STANDARD ACCESSIBLE
HEIGHT
Installation does not follow standard ergonomic or
accessibility guidelines, proves to be inaccessible during
emergencies.
VIOLATIONS:
PEC Part 1, Sec. 1.10.1.2 (Access to Electrical
Equipment): “Electrical equipment shall be installed so
that sufficient access and working space is provided and
maintained about all electrical equipment.”
Accessibility Law (BP 344 – Accessibility Law
for Disabled Persons)
Controls such as switches and receptacles shall be
within reach range of persons with disabilities. Standard
reach range: 0.9 m to 1.2 m above finished floor (for
switches and outlets).
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Reinstall switches outlets at standard heights:
Switches: 1.2 m (approx. 4 ft) above floor finish.
Ensure compliance with BP 344 Accessibility Law for
reach ranges.
Remove or relocate any ceiling-mounted
switches/outlets to proper ergonomic locations.
2nd Floor Hallway
FINDINGS NO: 2-D
CATEGORY: OUTLET AND SWITCH INSTALLATION
RISK LEVEL: MEDIUM
FINDING:
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS INSTALLED VERY CLOSE TO
THE CEILING INSTEAD OF THE STANDARD
ACCESSIBLE HEIGHT
Installation does not follow standard ergonomic or
accessibility guidelines, proves to be inaccessible during
emergencies
VIOLATIONS:
PEC Part 1, Sec. 1.10.1.2 (Access to Electrical
Equipment): Electrical equipment shall be installed so
that sufficient access and working space is provided and
maintained about all electrical equipment.
Accessibility Law (BP 344 – Accessibility Law
for Disabled Persons)
Controls such as switches and receptacles shall be
within reach range of persons with disabilities. Standard
reach range: 0.9 m to 1.2 m above finished floor (for
switches and outlets).
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Reinstall switches outlets at standard heights:
Outlets: 0.3 m (approx. 1 ft) above floor finish (or higher
if needed for special equipment).
Ensure compliance with BP 344 Accessibility Law for
reach ranges.
Remove or relocate any ceiling-mounted
switches/outlets to proper ergonomic locations.
2nd Floor Hallway
FINDINGS NO: 2-E
CATEGORY: WIRNG METHODS AND PROTECTION
RISK LEVEL: HIGH
FINDING:
Multiple exposed electrical cables run directly across a
metal roof and wall.
Wires appear to be unsupported, loosely draped, and not
in proper conduit.
One or more conduits are broken or incomplete, leaving
conductors exposed.
Wires lie across sharp edges and corrugated metal
roofing, increasing the risk of insulation damage and
electric shock.
No visible weatherproof enclosures, junction boxes, or
cable supports.
Some cables appear to enter the building through
unsealed wall penetrations.
Improper routing and sagging of wires.
VIOLATIONS:
EXPOSED OUTDOOR WIRING WITHOUT
PROTECTION
NEC 300.5(D)(5) – Cables and raceways installed above
ground outdoors shall be installed in rigid metal conduit
(RMC), intermediate metal conduit (IMC), rigid PVC
conduit, or other approved means.
NEC 300.9 – Where raceways are installed in wet
locations above grade, the interior of these raceways
shall be considered a wet location.
UNSUPPORTED AND SAGGING CONDUCTORS
NEC 300.11(A) – Raceways, cable assemblies, boxes,
and fittings shall be securely fastened in place.
NEC 334.30 – Nonmetallic-sheathed cable shall be
supported and secured every 4.5 ft (1.37 m).
RISK OF PHYSICAL DAMAGE
NEC 300.4(B) – Cables subject to physical damage
shall be protected with conduit or listed fitting.
OPEN WALL PENETRATIONS
NEC 300.7(A) – Where raceways pass through an
exterior wall, they shall be sealed to prevent moisture
ingress.
NEC 314.25 – Boxes and junctions shall be fully
enclosed with approved covers.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Replace all exposed wiring with UV- and weatherresistant cables rated for outdoor use.
Install all outdoor cables in approved conduit (e.g., PVC,
RMC, or IMC) suitable for wet and exposed locations.
Secure all wiring using proper supports, clamps, or
straps at intervals per NEC (typically every 4.5 ft for NM
cable).
Replace all broken or incomplete conduit sections to
ensure full mechanical and environmental protection.
Seal all wall penetrations using approved fittings and
weatherproof caulking or boots to prevent water ingress.
Install weatherproof junction boxes at all transition points
and ensure they are properly covered.
Avoid routing conductors directly over metal roofs;
reroute along walls or support overhead using a
messenger wire or cable tray.
2nd Floor – Outdoors, Above Walkway