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  1. D

    Is this allowed as i could not find an answer in the wiring regs.

    4 core, 10mm SWA cable feeding a trace heating installation. The Installer has stated he wants to use 2 cores as 2 phases and 2 cores as Neutrals. This means the cable will have 2 separate circuits within. This would be acceptable if installed within conduit, but is this classed as bad practice...
  2. lmi-pa

    Am I legally allowed to change a light switch on domestic without Part P?

    My friend rents out a house to someone and the light switch needs replacing like for like. This is obviously a simple job but as it is rented would need to be officially done by someone qualified. I am an industrial electrician and have an NVQ level 3 in electrical maintenance and have been...
  3. Dan

    Advertising with ElectriciansForums.net - What's allowed?

    ElectriciansForums.net was launched 2007-ish. Under the domain ElectriciansForums.co.uk. We changed our domain to suit the traffic we were getting in 2019, and this is the same for TilersForums.com and PlumbersForums.net. Members get access to the forum for free. You just sign up an account...
  4. A

    Am I allowed to fit a Nest thermostat myself?

    As per title really. I’m considering buying Nest thermostats, I am confident I can install it appropriately but I don’t know if legally I’m allowed to. No formal quals but experience in wiring (for audio, not power) radio/recording studios. The current situation... I have a new build property...
  5. C

    Seems like a dumb question, but is a socket underneath plumbing allowed now?

    I just moved into rented accommodation and found this (see pic) under my sink. When I was last in the electrical business 30 or so years ago it would have been classed as a horror show waiting to happen, thoughts?
  6. T

    1 Earth Rod 2 Flats Is this allowed?

    Can 1 earth rod be the sole means of 2 flats which have a shared head coming into the bottom flat? I have been out today and the incoming supply comes into the bottom flat. There are 2 main fuses. 1 for the bottom flat and 1 for the top flat. There is an earth rod installed outside with a 16mm...
  7. Diver233

    Rawl plug fixings allowed or not?

    lately I have seen so many people (including metal screw manufacturers etc) saying Rawl plugs are now banned from fixing cables under BS7671 and BS5839-1. Problem is people’s interpretation of the standard, and unfortunately unless you are one of the few that writes the BS you may not get...
  8. D

    Light up Front of House - Allowed Cables/Cable Runs

    I want to wire the "typical" up/down lights half way up the front of a house to light it up in several places. The house is going to be fully K Rendered after wiring it. 1. Can I run the wires across the walls down the front of the house as it is going to be rendered and these cables wont be...
  9. E

    Is a non-fused switched socket spur allowed in Kitchen?

    Can someone please confirm if a single spur off a ring main is allowed in a kitchen? My plumber has said you cannot have spurs in the kitchen, must all be ring main? Use: To create an extra socket under the kitchen cabinets, 6" off ground, will be used for single ELV DC Alexa PSU as limited...
  10. einstein

    Only Approved sparks should be allowed to test

    surely this needs implementing into the industry? lots of companys seem to employ anyone thoughts?
  11. sham

    I'm not sure if the Regs allowed separately bare earths.

    I've been on this job to do an inspection before fitting a new RCD OR RCBO board. In most of my career until now the CPC is inside the T+E cable. This property has a separate CPC all through out the building. Only where there has been modifications, modern wiring has been used. If I can prove...
  12. a-z electrics

    Is a borrowed earth allowed?

    Done an EICR yday on an old house and all ok apart from 2 issues.. 1) 32A cooker circuit had high resistance pec continuity (over2kohms) ALTHO it did buzz out on my voltage probes. Hence not able to get a Zs reading and no rcd tripping. The dual rcd consumer unit was fitted 10 yrs ago and those...
  13. T

    Earth rod needed for shed supply or pme allowed ????

    should you install a earth rod if running a feed to a shed which is built on timber frame and is all timber , no metal parts and will have no services ie gas or water in it so no need for bonding only a supply for a light and a couple of sockets or can you use a pme earth from fuseboard if the...
  14. D

    Enforced holidays by my employer, is this allowed.

    Can anyone tell me if there is a notice period that must be given if you are asked to use your holidays because there is no work? Basically, my employer gives me very little notice whatsoever. I can be working away on say a Wednesday and he will just text me on the Wednesday and tell me that I...
  15. G

    Am I allowed to post a question if I'm not an Electrician?

    Hello, Am I allowed to post a question on your forum if I'm not an Electrician? I did contact the forum via the contact page at the end of the site, however, I've had no reply. If not please could you delete this post and my account. Thank you.
  16. Spoon

    Learner drivers allowed on motorways after law change

    Lets see what people think of this. Learner drivers now allowed on motorways - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-44350285 It may be a good idea... All depends...
  17. Z

    Is this legally allowed for outdoor lighting?

    Hi, Can anyone advise whether or it this cable can be used for outdoor lighting in a fixed places? Planning to get a 30W outdoor light. Electrical Wire/2 Core Flat Black PVC Mains Electrical Cable Copper Wire High Temperature Resistance 2 x 0.75 mm² Power Cable Twin - 10 metre Cut Length...
  18. DC-backfrom the past

    ok can anyone tell me how this is allowed ?

    I'm stumped with this one. Please view pics. The consumer unit is behind a plywood board cover. Its next to a sink and that is next to shower. So its in the shower/ toilet room but at the far end with a cover. Previously the roof was lower and came down to the top of this cover I've suggested...
  19. L

    Am I allowed to test

    Hi all could someone please help me out with the correct information please, I have my 2360 part 1+2 Am1 Am2 17th edition Am I allowed to carry out testing work? I’ve been told I can only test my own work and no one else’s, so this rules out periodic tests? Also can I test my own 3 phase work...
  20. R

    Im allowed to PAT Testing?

    I am allowed to pat testing? With pat testing certificates,17th editions,city and guild 2330 electrical installation and 2392 inspection and testing Im not jib electricians and have only jib auxiliary operative,labourer Im only pat testing the equipment we used on site which quite a lot some...

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