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  1. M

    Testing question

    hi all I am currently working as a mate the contractor I'm working for which I shall not name does the following test. he only measures zs doesn't do continuity r1 r2 he says that there is a good earth return if these results are within those permitted, he takes his ze from his zs to obtain his...
    • m top
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    • carry cutting heard question testing tests value
    • Replies: 20
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    (HSE) will carry out unannounced checks at sites

    Copy and paste from an email I received.. Hello All Please see the text from the HSE bulletin advising that there will be a blitz on refurbishment projects throughout September and ensure that you’re doing all that you can to maintain high standards of H&S on your sites. Please pass this...
  3. Gazthesparky

    Global Insulation resistance testing

    I was doing a fuse board update the other day and normally I use duel RCD boards with mcb s but instead I used separate Rcbos due to the customer specifying these. I prefer fitting Rcbos due to just that one circuit is disrupted when there is a fault. when quoting for the job I carry out a...
  4. D

    Regs stopping a sparks from working, but a DIYer could carry on...

    Was doing a plastering job (sorry! need all the cash I can get!) today and had been asked to add a socket to the newly plastered wall. As an electrically minded person, I looked at the CU, saw that it was an old 15th Ed board and said I couldn't do the work without protecting the new socket...
    • DNS1
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    • carry electrical work regs regulations sparks working
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Help what test do you carry out on the off peak ccu

    hi what test do you do and how do you put it down on niceic installation certificate for off peak heating (economy 7). They on on the same ccu as the rest of the house but it is a dual feed ccu (2 sets of tails) same main earth I have done: insulation, R1=R2 thanks!!
  6. Midwest

    What tests do you carry out for a Minor Works Certificate

    I've been reading here & elsewhere about issuing a MWC for accessory replacements, and the merits of. Me personally I agree with issuing a MWC for a like for like replacement of a socket outlet for example.However, my MWC requires results for essential tests: 1) R1+R2 or R2. 2) Insulation...
  7. L

    PIR on local library

    A bit of legal assistance required. A local community group has recently purchased the library on our estate after the council closed it down. Before they re-open it, they need to carry out some minor maintenance jobs, one of which is an inspection and test of the electrical system. I have...
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    Downlight above a shower head

    Having some downlights installed in my shower, they are ip65 and I was wondering is it ok to have a downlight 280mm above the showerhead? May seem like a stupid question but just want to make sure. Thanks
    • Hammertim
    • Thread
    • carry downlight electrician knowledge qualifications shower
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. S

    City and Guilds 2392???

    Hi there, Im new to the forum, i am looking to complete a C&g 2392, although I will be progressing onto the 2394/2395 course. Will the 2392 allow me to test and inspect new installations, single phase and pretty much only domestic. Im only looking to carry out domestic work so thought maybe...
  10. R

    Emergency light testing

    Hi guys, hoping for a bit on clarification and advice. Been asked to carry out eml testing over various office sites including plant rooms etc. age of installations varying from 5 - 20 year checking the info available on BS5266 2011 am I right in thinking that as a part of our test we now need...
    • Rockstar94
    • Thread
    • carry customer emergency installation light survey testing
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. K

    Minor Works

    Hi Guys, Please could some tell me what qualification i would need to obtain to carry out minor works certification, i am 19 and about to become a qualified gas engineer, at present i am wiring central heating systems, from combination boilers to a fully pumped system with 3 heating zones, due...
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    For Sale Transit VAN T280s 57 reg new shape £3990 no vat. (Cheshire/Merseyside)

    Ford Transit T280S Van For Sale ONLY £3990 NO VAT New Shape 57 Reg Dec 31 2007 Short Wheel Base Medium high roof 75000 genuine miles MOT end Nov 13 Full service history and receipts etc. User manual and other paperwork. 1 previous owner Ready to work Cheap to insure (I pay £600 PA Fully...
    • BlueToBits
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    • attach carry cheshire driver electricians vans fully new transit van vehicle
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: For Sale and Wanted Forum
  13. Gnasher

    Ring testing

    Hi all can you help to settle a argument. Situation 2 x 4mm in the top of a 32mm. MCB Option 1 This indicates to me that it is either 2 radials in the same MCB, or a 4mm ring. A ring continuity test should be carried out to prove that a ring exists or it is 2 radials. If a ring exists...
  14. D

    how to carry out r1+r2 reading on swa

    hi all, looking for some advice please on how to carry out an r1+r2 reading on a 35.mm,(3p+n)4 core,swa cable. it is a sub main cable with a parallel 35.mm cpc. however both ends are terminated into a steel main panel,and a steel distribution board respectively, with a number of other parallel...
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    Cable Size And Amperage It Can Carry

    Hello, I just bought a LED security light drawing 3.6W and used a 0.75mm cable to run in inside then into a fused switch spur, and a cable from a 1G plug socket next to it to create a spur, will the 0.75mm cable be OK to carry the current? And what fuse will be safe for the fused switch spur...
    • Lordy9099
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    • cable cable size carry size
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    interconnections on ring how to carry on

    at a job today i tested the ring to make sure we can extend it phase .31 neutral .34 and earth .24 r1 plus r2 at ..13 so that checks out ive checked for interconnections and think its going to be at jboxes under the floor (it's a bit of a diy house ) whats the way forward as customer doesn't...
  17. S

    PIR alternative to part p??

    Hi guys, means you dont need to register with a part p scheme to carry out PIR's, could this be used as an alternative to part p? As you could carry out work (notifable) and then pir on the property, confirming its safe?
    • sima24
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    • alternative asked builder carry part part p people pir
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. M

    Stand Alone RCD

    Hello Everyone. I had to change a socket in a landlord property (enough said) Did a check on the RCD and found that it was not working. Even though the flat only has an old 4way wylex the land lord will not go for a new board. so my question is what tests would I need to carry out for this...
  19. P

    Testing for landlords

    When u are nic eic registered at domestic level can u do tests for landlords ?????
    • Pete ball
    • Thread
    • carry eicrs inspection landlords niceic testing
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. Amp David

    Fluke carry case/box

    The few who have use the Fluke case to replace the rubbish Megger, have you any foam inserts to hold the meter in place or do you just pile everything in.

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