What are inspection & test plans?
An inspection and test plan (ITP) sets out every inspection and test a system will go through, from installation checks to final commissioning tests. For each activity it defines what is checked, against which standard or specification, the acceptance criteria, who is responsible, and where hold or witness points sit. It turns quality from an end-of-job exercise into a planned part of delivery.
What's included
- Inspection and test activities for each system and stage
- Reference standards and specifications for each activity
- Acceptance criteria and the records to be produced
- Hold, witness and review points
- Matching sign-off sheets for each stage and system
How EJH produces inspection & test plans
We write ITPs per discipline and system, aligned to the standards that apply. For fire detection and alarm systems, for example, that includes BS 5839-1 and BS 7671. Each ITP stage has a matching sign-off sheet, so the evidence of every inspection and test is captured consistently and flows straight into your handover documentation.
What it means for your project
- Everyone knows what will be inspected and tested, and when
- Witness and hold points are agreed before work starts
- Consistent evidence for acceptance, audits and the O&M manual
- Problems are caught at the earliest, cheapest stage
Frequently asked questions
What is an ITP?
An inspection and test plan (ITP) is a document that lists every inspection and test for a system, with the standard, acceptance criteria, responsibilities and hold or witness points for each.
Which systems do you write ITPs for?
We write ITPs across systems, software and electrical & electronic engineering work, including fire detection and alarm, voice alarm, aspirating smoke detection and refuge communication systems.
Do you provide the sign-off sheets too?
Yes. Each ITP stage has a matching sign-off sheet for each system, so the evidence is captured in a consistent format.