Workflows / Workflow
Backup Verification
Check whether backups are usable, not merely scheduled.
Template
- Identify the system, dataset, database, or application covered by backup.
- Confirm the latest successful backup time and backup target.
- Check whether failed or partial backups occurred recently.
- Verify retention coverage for the expected restore window.
- Confirm backup size and duration look reasonable.
- Perform a small restore test where safe and allowed.
- Document gaps, failed jobs, or restore risks.
Expected output
Backup status, restore confidence, gaps, and follow-up items.
Use notes
| Owner | Assign one person responsible for keeping the template current. |
|---|---|
| Review | Review after significant changes, incidents, staffing changes, or tool changes. |
| Risk | Adapt the template to local policies, contractual duties, privacy requirements, and operational risk. |