Safety & Fire•Incident•High
Warehouse Fire Highlights Electrical Overloading Risk
December 19, 2025
{Maharashtra,India}
Risk Tags:
Electrical SafetyLoad AssessmentThermographyTemporary Wiring
Summary
A warehouse fire was linked to electrical overloading and unauthorized additions of equipment and power points.
SafetyWarden Insight
Electrical audits are rarely repeated after expansions. Load calculations remain outdated, creating predictable short-circuit ignition sources. A defensible program includes updated single-line diagrams, periodic thermography, and strict control on temporary wiring.
## What Inspectors Typically Check
- Updated electrical load calculations and SLDs
- Thermography reports and action closure evidence
- Temporary wiring and unauthorized extensions
- MCB/ELCB ratings, testing records, and isolation procedures
- Housekeeping near panels and cable trays
## Checklist Snapshot
- No loose/temporary wiring on shop-floor
- Panel clearances maintained (no storage)
- Thermography done and actions closed
What Inspectors Typically Check
- •Documentation and record-keeping compliance
- •Implementation of corrective actions from previous audits
- •Training records and staff competency verification
- •Physical controls and safety equipment functionality
- •Emergency response procedures and drill records