Cabling Inspection Checklist

When to use this

Use this checklist during physical walkthroughs to verify cabling is protected from interception, interference, damage, and unsafe installation.

Related controls

• A.7.12 Cabling Security
• Cabling Route and Protection Register

Inspection checklist

• Cables are not loose on floors or walls.
• Connectors are protected from pulling and damage.
• Cable trays, conduits, or trunking are used where required.
• Power and data cables are segregated where required.
• Patch panels and communications cabinets are locked where needed.
• Cable labels or colour coding are clear.
• External/provider junction points are considered.
• No unapproved or unknown cabling is present.
• Findings are assigned and tracked.

Findings table