Remote inspections
Overview​
The Remote inspections page is used to review and manage remote inspection records for equipment.
Use this page to:
- Review inspection details and schedule, last run time, next scheduled time, and status.
- Open inspection actions from the actions menu.
- Send an email related to an inspection.
- Review failed, not completed, and passed inspection result categories.
- Review fault, usage, zone, clock, and broadband result sections.
- Open the Start dropdown and schedule an inspection.
- Set the next inspection date and repetition interval.
- Schedule remote inspections by uploading a CSV file.
This page helps operators track scheduled and completed remote inspections, identify failed inspections, start new inspections, and manage remote inspection actions for selected equipment.
Before you begin​
Required permissions​
- You must have permission to run, list, review, send Remote inspections.
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Access to the Remote inspections page is controlled by the role permission group named Remote Inspections.
Preconditions​
- At least one remote inspection record must exist before the list shows inspections.
- A CSV file must use the required structure before it can be used for CSV scheduling.
Dependencies​
- CSV scheduling depends on the CSV file structure, date format, and repetition values.
Important limitations​
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- Bulk actions apply to all selected inspection records. Review the selected count before applying an action.
- The Schedule button in the CSV upload dialog is disabled until a valid CSV file is selected or uploaded.
- A zero or empty repetition value in the CSV means a one-time report.
- Dates in the CSV must use the YYYY-MM-DD format.
Page layout​
Page header​
The Remote inspections header shows the total number of inspections and provides controls for selecting all records or scheduling remote inspections using a CSV file.
| Callout | UI element | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Select all checkbox | Selects or clears all remote inspection records in the list. | Use to select all remote inspection records before applying a bulk action. |
| 2 | Schedule RRI by CSV | Opens the workflow for scheduling remote inspections by importing a CSV file. | Use to schedule remote inspections for multiple panels using data from a CSV file. |
Remote inspections list​
The Remote inspections list appears in the middle panel. It shows inspection records and their summary information. Clicking Panel identifier field opens the Calendar page.
| Callout | UI element | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Record selection checkbox | Selects or clears the remote inspection record. | Use to select an individual inspection record before applying an available action. |
| 2 | Row actions menu | Opens the actions available for the selected remote inspection record. | Use to initiate an inspection, manage its schedule, send an email, or mark the inspection as reviewed. |
| 3 | Inspection details | Shows the inspection schedule, last inspection time, next scheduled time, and last inspection status. | Use to review the schedule and last state of the remote inspection. |
Row actions menu​
The Remote inspection actions menu provides actions for starting an inspection, managing its schedule, sending inspection information by email, and reviewing inspection details.
| Callout | UI element | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Initiate inspection | Starts a remote inspection for the selected panel. | Use to run a remote inspection immediately. |
| 2 | Set/Cancel schedule | Opens the scheduling options for the selected remote inspection. | Use to configure when and how often the remote inspection runs or cancel existing schedule. |
| 3 | Send email | Send remote inspection info by email. | Use to send inspection information to owner email. |
| 4 | Review | Marks the remote inspection as read and reviewed. | Use after reading and verifying the remote inspection information. |
Inspection details panel​
The Inspection details panel appears on the right side after selecting an inspection record.
| Callout | UI element | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inspection title | Shows the identifier of the panel associated with the remote inspection. | Use to confirm which panel and remote inspection record are open. |
| 2 | Inspection schedule details | Shows the inspection recurrence, last inspection time, and next scheduled inspection time. | Use to review how often the inspection runs, when it last ran, and when it is scheduled to run next. |
| 3 | Send email action | Send remote inspection info by email. | Use to send inspection information to owner email. |
| 4 | Review action | Marks the remote inspection as read and reviewed. | Use after reading and verifying the remote inspection information. |
| 5 | Status indicator | Shows the latest outcome or processing status of the remote inspection. | Use to confirm whether the remote inspection succeeded, failed, or has another status. |
| 6 | Start button | Starts a remote inspection for the selected panel. | Use to run the remote inspection immediately. |
| 7 | Start actions dropdown | Opens additional scheduling actions for the selected remote inspection. The available action depends on whether an inspection schedule exists. | Use to set a schedule or cancel the existing schedule. |
Inspection results area​
The inspection results area groups remote inspection checks by result and displays detailed information for the selected result category.
| Callout | UI element | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Result tabs | Shows the Failed, Not completed, and Passed result categories. | Use to switch between failed, incomplete, and passed inspection checks. |
| 2 | Inspection results list | Shows the checks included in the selected result category and the result of each check. | Use to review the detailed results of the remote inspection. Scroll through the list to view all available checks. |
Pagination controls​
Pagination controls appear at the bottom of the entries grid.
| Callout | UI element | Description | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Previous and next arrows | Shows left and right arrows, such as < and >, to move between pages. | Use when the entries list has more records than the current page can show. |
| 2 | Range indicator | Shows the current range and total number of entries | Use to understand where you are in the entries list. |
| 3 | Entries per page selector | Controls how many entries appear on one page. | Use to show fewer or more entries in the grid. |
How to use this page​
Schedule a remote inspection​
Goal:
- Set the next inspection date and repetition interval for a selected remote inspection.
Steps:
- Open Equipment domain > Remote inspections.
- Select an inspection record.
- In the details panel, select the dropdown arrow next to Start.
- Select Schedule.
- In the Schedule remote inspection dialog, set Next inspection.
- Select Choose repetition.
- Choose one of the available repetition options:
- Once
- 1 month
- 3 months
- 6 months
- 9 months
- Save or continue the schedule workflow when the action is available.
Expected result:
- The selected remote inspection is scheduled with the selected date and repetition interval.
Schedule inspections by CSV​
Goal:
- Upload a CSV file to schedule remote inspections.
Steps:
- Open Equipment domain > Remote inspections.
- Open the CSV scheduling workflow when available.
- In the Schedule RRI by CSV dialog, prepare a CSV file with this structure:
- Panel Id
- Start date
- Repetition [0,1,3,6,9]
- Confirm that the CSV uses the YYYY-MM-DD date format.
- Drag the CSV file into the drop zone or select Browse file.
- Select Schedule when the button becomes available.
Expected result:
- Inspections are scheduled from the uploaded CSV file.
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A zero or empty repetition value means a one-time report. Confirm repetition values before scheduling inspections.
Send an inspection email​
Goal:
- Send an email related to an inspection.
Steps:
- Open Equipment domain > Remote inspections.
- Select an inspection record.
- Open the actions menu.
- Select Send email.
Expected result:
- Remote inspection details are sent to the owner's email.
Tips​
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- Validate the date and repetition value before saving an inspection schedule.
- Validate the CSV structure and date format before uploading a schedule file.
Troubleshooting​
The Remote inspections page is not visible​
Possible causes
- Your role does not include permission to Review Remote inspections.
What to do
- Confirm that you are signed in with the correct user account.
- Contact an administrator with role management permissions.
- Ask the administrator to verify your access to Remote inspections.
No inspection records are displayed​
Possible causes
- No remote inspection records exist.
- Search text or filters exclude all records.
- Your role does not allow access to inspection records.
What to do
- Clear the search field.
- Review active filters.
- Refresh the page.
- Contact an administrator if inspections should be visible but are missing.
Related pages​
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