Just learning !!!!!!!! I have been reading the Code of Practice and have done no Pat Testing as yet. The code of practise mentions Pat testing fixed equipment, how is done and with what equipment, because there is no plug, would you use a MFT?
Been reading various threads with regards to having an mcb that exceeds the cable rating thus only providing short circuit protection, what surprises me is the negative responses that are posted if it is ever suggested.
Now lets try put a translation on the regulation specifically 433-3-1 (ii)...
Does the metal support framework of a mezzanine floor require bonding to earth.The electrical installation trunking is fixed to the underside of the framework,so in effect it is earthed already via the network of trunking and metal conduit fixed to it(any advice)
Hi all,
i've been asked to test a number of fixed appliances in a flat and haven't has any experience with these yet. I'm wondering do I just disconnect them from the wall and using my fluke 1651 multi meter do insulation and continuity tests at the flex going into the appliance or would you...
I am about to install a fixed 110v transformer in a newly built workshop. There are 1 16a and 1 32a socket on each side of a partition which will radial. Am going in install rotary isolator so unit can be off when not in use, or would a stop/ start be better .was going to install a rotary...
Evening guys,
Been to a customer today to investigate a fault that they have had for over a year now.
When the cooker/hob is on then they are getting a tingle on the taps and in the shower. didnt have much time today but can tell you that water pipes in bathroom and the boiler area are all...
If I fit a fixed shower head flush with the ceiling, like this one:
Would that make Zone 1 include the ceiling, the walls up to the ceiling or would zone 1 still finish at 2.25m? Ceiling height is 2.4m. Wondering whether I will need zone 1 lighting & vents in the ceiling.
Here's a brain teaser...
A Fixed Wire Electrical Test needs to be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of BS7671 and Guidance Note 3. The test is based on a square meterage floor area e.g. a High School of 12,000m2 requires a Periodic Test and Inspection. This work will need to be...
Hi Guys, I'm new to this forum so I hope I'm posting in the right place
I am a fire and security engineer and have a few issues on safety with the company I'm working for and want some confirmation before I bring the matters up with management.
I'm coming across external CCTV camera's with...
Hi all, is anyone familiar with the following generator: genset supersilenced MGK20/55 SS?
I have been asked to inspect and test some portacabins, which are to be supplied from this generator.
I have never had any dealings with generators before and am completely unfamiliar with them. There are...
Hi All
I went to inspect an installation yesterday at a customer's request as the company has now ceased trading. The installation was quite neat in general, though I'm not quite sure what to say about the method used to mount the brackets.
I have attached a picture below showing what I found...
Quick question - as a temporary measure our conservatory is fed by a normal 13a plug via an RCD socket in the house - a shed nearby is also connected on the conservatory circuit via armoured cable. Is this Part P notifiable? Thanks for any advice.
Hi,
I'm installing a 10.8 kw shower and looking at other forums everyone is saying 10mm is OK however i can't see how.
10800W/230V=47A
breaker size 50A
the only way it can be a 10mm is if its clipped direct with no insulation as it can take 64A however if it is any other reference then the...
Hi guys, I brought a lead on Rated people job was to install an external heater, external socket and and an internal socket, so I emailed them saying I would like to come and see exactly what was required, as I like to get it clear in my head of cable routes, where to get the feeds from, wether...
Hi,
A few will remember a thread in December where a sparky had done some work at my parents house had done a lousy job.
He had SWA going straight in to the main board unsupported, two strands of the steel were in a terminal block and went to the earth bar. This is two core wire, the sole CPC...
Was using my multitool when all of a sudden it went dead. I recharged the battery, charger shows the battery fully charged but battery was dead when back in the multitool.
Was about to chuck it into the recycling today but thought I'd open it up and have a look.
All the individual cells were...
I think to stop all confusion between fixed and non fixed appliance testing we need to re name the procedure. My suggestion is:-
Frequent Allencompassing Rigorous Testing
F.A.R.T
We could all then get a C& G in FARTING!
:angel_smile:
Hi, I have done the 2377-22, but as an old git I still feel that some fixed appliances do not come under the umbrella of PAT testing. Most test machines do their calculations etc based around the 13amp cartridge fuse, but cookers are generally 30amp, or 45amp, so to me they surely shouldnt come...
Hello people
I am new to this forum and it seems very informative.
I have recently completed a PAT course to see me compliant, but I am now looking to do my C&G courses as it is more credible.
Any way my question is as follows;
Once I have done my C&G 2377 I want to look at being able to...
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc