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Site Arrival SOP

ACTIVE SOP

This procedure governs every Wadadli Solar site arrival, regardless of scope. It is not optional.


Before Leaving the Office / Home Base

  • [ ] Review job order and any prior site notes
  • [ ] Confirm scope of work with lead tech
  • [ ] Check weather — cancel or delay if active precipitation or lightning risk
  • [ ] Verify all required tools are loaded
  • [ ] Confirm PPE kit is complete (see PPE Standards)
  • [ ] Phone charged ≥80%
  • [ ] Notify lead tech of departure time

On Arrival

Step 1 — Exterior Assessment

Before approaching the structure:

  1. Park safely — do not block driveways, fire lanes, or access paths
  2. Walk the perimeter visually — look for obvious hazards:
    • Downed lines
    • Damaged roof sections
    • Construction or hazard tape
    • Unfamiliar equipment or vehicles
  3. Note site conditions: roof type, panel layout visible from ground, any visible damage

Step 2 — Initial Documentation

Document before you touch anything

Your first photos are your baseline. They protect the client and protect you.

Required arrival photos:

# Subject Notes
1 Street view of property Full structure visible, time/date stamp
2 Utility meter Show meter number and current reading if readable
3 Main electrical panel (exterior) Condition, labeling
4 Inverter(s) — exterior view Before any interaction
5 Roof overview (from ground or safe vantage) Full array visible if possible
6 Any pre-existing damage visible on arrival Cracks, broken panels, animal evidence

Step 3 — Client / Occupant Contact

If property is occupied:

  • Introduce yourself and the company
  • Confirm scope of work with the contact person
  • Get permission before accessing any interior space
  • Note contact person's name in your site notes

Step 4 — Hazard Assessment

Before ascending:

  • Check ladder placement surface is stable
  • Verify anchor availability for fall protection if required
  • Assess roof pitch and surface condition
  • Check for wet or slippery surfaces
  • Confirm no live electrical work is required before safety protocols are in place

Scope Confirmation

Before starting work, verbally confirm with your lead tech:

  • What you are doing today
  • What you are not doing today (out-of-scope items)
  • Any site-specific notes from prior visits

If Conditions Are Unsafe

Stop Work Authority

Every Wadadli Solar technician has the authority — and the responsibility — to stop work if conditions are unsafe.

Call your lead tech immediately. Document what you observed. Do not proceed.

Conditions that require immediate stop-work: - Electrical hazard outside expected scope - Structural roof concern - Aggressive animals - Weather deteriorating rapidly - Any injury or near-miss