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    PIR report

    elo guys, when filling out a PIR on the section about number and type of live conductors do we count the earth in a tncs system. so for example in a single phase system would we mark this as a single phase 2 wire or 3 wire?
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    asking a question in DIY

    Hello Boys, I want to ask a question about fitting a cooker switch and I am presuming this should be done in the DIY section or do I post here and someone in admin moves it over once it been checked (as i'm still a new boy). Thanks.
  3. P

    registering for 2391 inspection and test

    Could anyone offer me advise on how to register. Approached Niceic and all they did was offer me the new 2394 / 95 training courses.
  4. S

    16mm T+E for Loft Extension, (en- suit shower. )

    Just wondering if any sparks out there would have any obligations or concerns about a proposed installation for loft conversion,, ( see drawing for details..).. Hear loads of conflicting theories about cable sizing for showers , some of them are borderline at best... and different...
  5. M

    What would you expect from a trainee ?

    Evening guys, im looking for a little bit of advice and guidance for my current situation please I currently work full time as a trainee electrician, and have had this job for the past 6 weeks while studying my 2365 level 2 at college on evenings what I would like to know, is from your...
  6. C

    New Electrician asking for help with a shower please? :)

    Hi guys and gals, I recently went to a customer's home and disconnected a shower ready for a plumber to come and install a new shower cubicle and re-connect the pipes for the shower. When I came back I found the cbale was now to shoort so had to include a new piece of cable to reach the shower...
  7. robd

    Stage payments, asking for percentage up front, good idea or not?

    Evening all, As above really. Quoting for one of my 1st bigger jobs on my own, thinking about asking for 30% up front then 35% on completion of 1st fix and same again on 2nd fix. Advisable or not? Don't want to seem like a cowboy but at the same time materials cost in region of £800, any...
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    NICEIC Certification Scheme Insurance company asking for only NICEIC registered tester?

    I was asked to quote on testing a mates 3 storey call centre/office (EICR & PAT), all going well until he read the small print on the insurance document (L & G, I think) which insists that the tester is NICEIC registered......which I'm not (Benchmark) Has anyone else come across this, I have...
  9. F

    conduit wiring

    been asked to look at job to add extra sockets in kitchen and install downlights house wired in metal conduit no rcd protection metal fusebox any ideas on adding sockets and lights appreciated
  10. R

    Power consumption for a 3 phase connection

    Sir Can you pls what is Power consumption for a 3 phase connection compared to a single phase Thanking you, Sudesh
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    Conduit bender

    hi guys im looking for a conduit bender (20mm and 25mm). i have seen them for sale on the internet but they were 527 pounds new. im not paying that much for a bit of metal that bends another bit of metal so if anyone knows of anyone selling one second hand please could you let me know please...
  12. mwigham85

    URGENT 2394 in 2 hours time!!!!!

    Hi I've got my 2394 in a couple of hours and a practise question was write a list of consumer units and protective devices cheapest to most expensive good and bad points for each. Plus if anyone knows of random stuff they might ask cheers
  13. calpol91

    Customer is asking for hob to be fired up and put on the cert?

    ive just had a text from my customer which follows: Cal, you need to power up the hob mate, first thing in the morning, its part of your remit, should be on the cert, see you there. Weve just finished a full rewire there, all tested, all good and passed, hob working, (its electric FYI) certs...
  14. O

    Newbie saying hi and asking for a little advice/ opinion

    Hi all. :waving: I'm new and would like to say hi and ask some advice :) I've been a sparky for 9 years and consider myself handy at my job. I was employed by the same company back down south the whole time and served an apprenticeship with them so only really know the employed way of life...
  15. M

    EICR on existing install

    hello all, help needed please. no paper work at all with this install, 7 years old. will i need to do full tests on every circuit then for EICR? will ph+n linked - cpc insulation (500v) test be sufficient? will that blow 12v transformers and dimmers? thanks
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    Nic eic assessment

    Got my nic eic assessment on thursday I'm doing the domestic installer scheme , really really nervous about any advice to settle my nerves would be much appreciated !! Thanks
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    New CU Required but after previous poor advice by Electrican asking here !!!

    Following a new kitchen installation I find that the current Wylex NHRS4504 CU fitted does not have any spares so need to replace this and ideally would like to do so with another Wylex CU. It currently has MCB: NSB06 x 3, NSB16 x 1, NSB32 x 4, NSB40 x 1 and a RCD 80A x 1. So I would like to...
  18. P

    Saying hello and asking a Q - is that cheeky?!

    Hi folks, Have been a qual'd spark since 15th Ed / 1980's, but not been registered or practicing since mid 90's. Considering return to the fold but finding the costs of insurance and registration with NIC or similar are making me think twice, plus frankly not sure I have the energy or...
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    will be asking for some advice

    will be asking some advice 1
  20. I

    While I am asking basic question - here is 1 more

    What protection does a CU main switch offer? Is it just a switch or does it offer overload protection too? I have asked a few sparks, and every one said it offers overload. When pressed for what would cause it to disconnect they did not know. So anyone know anything about this?

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