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    Compex revision material

    Hi all, I have booked a date for my compex & I am looking to source material I can use to revise to help me pass. Any relevant material will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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    UK 18th edition Exam layout

    Thank you very much mate. That is exactly the question I was trying to ask. If the tutor tells you how many questions are in each part then that's as good as it being labelled for me. The reason I asked is when I have been revising over past papers no such information is stated & questions...
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    UK 18th edition Exam layout

    Hi all. Currently awaiting to sit the 18th edition exam however I am doing the Exam Only as opposed to the course & exam. Could anyone tell me if the layout of exam includes the part of the book beside the question? I've included two pictures of the same question for reference, is the...
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    Correct Lock Off Device for 4 Pole Main Switch

    Hi all & thanks in advance for any feedback. Could anyone tell me the correct Lock off device used to safely isolate a 4 pole main switch? I'm not 100% sure if the isolation device with the prongs is the correct device to be used or if another lock off device is necessary. Pics attached...
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    Lock Off Device for Triple Pole Main switch & MCB

    This is the main switch. So am I right in assuming the pronged lock off device will securely lock of this main switch and the 3 phase MCB? I'm sincerely grateful for all the feedback provided by both yourself and others. I appreciate it greatly.
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    Lock Off Device for Triple Pole Main switch & MCB

    Thanks mate. That's one of the lock off items provided aswel as a brass device (which is ideal for single phase MCBs). If the pronged lock off device is suitable for 3 phase MCBs would it also securely lock off a 3 phase Main switch aswel?
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    Lock Off Device for Triple Pole Main switch & MCB

    Is this type of lock off device suitable for securely locking off a 3 phase MCB and 3 phase Main switch? As that is one of the itemsitems pro by the assessor.
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    Lock Off Device for Triple Pole Main switch & MCB

    Apologies for the late reply. During the Assesment you are provided with various lock off devices by the assesorr. You have to select the correct device for each circuit you are locking off. That's why I know the brass device locks off single phase MCBs and the padlock will be able to lock of...
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    Lock Off Device for Triple Pole Main switch & MCB

    Hi all. I am undertaking an assessment next week called SAFE ISOLATION OF SUPPLIES. It involves isolating and securely locking off a circuit to be worked on. The 4 items to be isolated is THE WHOLE INSTALLATION, A 3 PHASE CIRCUIT, SINGLE PHASE CIRCUIT & LOCAL ISOLATION (which is an isolator...
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    FAULT FINDING USING CONTINUITY TESTER ONLY

    What fault would this be then m8? A short circuit?
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    FAULT FINDING USING CONTINUITY TESTER ONLY

    Apologies for the delay in replying I have been studying for my test that I have tomorrow morning. Little spark has described the booth very well. The assessor introduces the fault by a switch room and i need to find said fault on the specified circuit using only a continuity Buzzer and record...
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    FAULT FINDING USING CONTINUITY TESTER ONLY

    Another example i have is if i am testing a circuit and i have continuity from my one end of my live conductor to the other but i also have continuity between the neutral and live conductor but no Continuity between both ends of the neutral the fault i have would be a short circuit. This would...
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    FAULT FINDING USING CONTINUITY TESTER ONLY

    Hi all & thanks in advance for the time. I'm due on Monday to complete my trade test. (FICA IN SCOTLAND) The part of my test i am to undertake is Fault Finding and rectification. For the test i will be put in a booth by the assessor and issued a job card that briefly describes the...
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    How to bypass an RCD and carry out an insulation resistance test on a circuit

    Not my Install lads. It's the consumer unit of my Girlfriend's house. She lives in a council house so it must have been the local council who installed the board. Ive worked predominantly on domestic new builds so fitting out Consumer units is one of my better skills. I agree the copper exposed...
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    How to bypass an RCD and carry out an insulation resistance test on a circuit

    Hi Pete. Good to hear from you again aswel sir! You may not remember but you helped me with some feedback a while ago aswel. I really appreciate it mate & also a big thanks to you journeyman for taking the time to help me. Im truly grateful. I cannot swap the RCD for an isolater unfortunately...
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    How to bypass an RCD and carry out an insulation resistance test on a circuit

    Hi all. I'm a 4th year electrician currently awaiting to finish my trade test. (FICA in Scotland) the only parts I have to pass is the testing part and fault finding. I'm currently studying testing as this is something I have done the minimum of onsite. Could someone tell me how I would...

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