Distribution Panel Inspector
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who performs visual inspections and electrical tests to verify the functionality and safety of distribution panels.
Description
Distribution panel inspectors target distribution panels in factories and buildings, conducting visual inspections, wiring checks, insulation resistance measurements, continuity tests, earth resistance measurements, etc., to check for defects or legal violations. They record and report measurement results, and propose repairs or modifications if necessary. Work is performed on-site or in factories, requiring adherence to test procedures based on the Electrical Safety Law and various standards.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to trends in regulatory compliance and strengthened safety standards, and business efficiency is anticipated to improve with the introduction of IoT-utilizing remote inspection technologies.
Personality Traits
High Accuracy / High Safety Awareness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Dispatched Contract Work / Factory Resident / Flexitime / On-Site Work / Periodic Inspection
Career Path
Inspector (Junior) → Senior Inspector → Inspection Supervisor → Quality Control Staff → Maintenance Engineer
Required Skills
Continuity Test / Insulation Resistance Measurement / Test Equipment Operation / Understanding of Test Procedure Manuals / Voltage Measurement
Recommended Skills
CAD Basics / Circuit Diagram Reading / Knowledge of Electrical Safety Regulations / PLC Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required to not miss minute abnormalities in measurements and inspections. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine inspection procedures are central, and accuracy is prioritized over original creativity. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-Class Electrician
- Third-Class Electrical Chief Engineer
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