Equipment Protection Inspection Checklist

When to use this

Use this checklist during physical walkthroughs to confirm equipment is still sited securely and protected from damage, interference, unauthorized access, and unauthorized viewing.

Related controls

• A.7.8 Equipment Siting and Protection
• Equipment Siting and Protection Assessment

Inspection checklist

• Equipment is not exposed to obvious theft or burglary routes.
• Screens are not visible from public, visitor, or unauthorized areas.
• Network and communications equipment is locked or access-controlled.
• Racks, shelves, and mounts are stable.
• Equipment is protected from water, heat, dust, vibration, chemicals, and fire hazards.
• Cable rooms and equipment cupboards are not used as unmanaged storage.
• Food, drink, smoking, clutter, and magnets are controlled near equipment.
• Environmental monitoring is in place where required.
• Remote equipment is included in inventory and risk scope.
• Findings are assigned and tracked.

Findings table