Cable Maintenance

Visual Inspections

• Check for physical damage to cables (cuts, abrasions, kinks).
• Inspect cable routing and securing for proper support.
• Look for signs of overheating or discoloration.
• Identify loose connections or terminations.

Electrical Testing

• Conduct insulation resistance tests to verify cable integrity.
• Perform continuity checks to identify open or short circuits.
• Measure voltage drop along cable runs.

Cleaning and Maintenance

• Remove dust and debris from cables and terminations.
• Tighten loose connections.
• Replace damaged cable ties or fasteners.

Containment System Maintenance

Visual Inspections

• Check for structural integrity of cable trays, conduits, and ducts.
• Inspect for corrosion, rust, or other damage.
• Ensure proper grounding and bonding of containment systems.
• Verify that covers and access panels are securely in place.

Cleaning

• Remove accumulated dust, dirt, and debris from containment systems.
• Clear any blockages or obstructions.

Support and Securing

• Check for loose or missing supports and brackets.
• Ensure that containment systems are properly secured to walls or ceilings.

Cable and Containment System Upgrades

Capacity Upgrades

• Assess current and future cable capacity requirements.
• Plan for installation of additional cable trays, conduits, or ducts.
• Consider upgrading to higher capacity cables.

Technology Upgrades

• Evaluate the need for newer cable technologies (e.g., fiber optic).
• Plan for changes in network infrastructure and equipment.

Safety Upgrades

• Ensure compliance with current safety standards and regulations.
• Implement firestopping and cable management practices.
• Upgrade grounding and bonding systems as needed.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and upgrade activities.
• Update cable and containment system drawings and schematics.
• Track changes and modifications to the systems.

Area	Maintenance Task	Upgrade Task
Cables	Visual inspection, electrical testing	Capacity, technology upgrades
Containment Systems	Visual inspection, cleaning	Safety upgrades
General	Documentation, cleaning, support/securing	Capacity planning, technology planning