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  1. Jurassicsparky

    I'm looking to bring my knowledge of explosion proof electrical installations up to date.

    A customer of mine has taken over a business part of which incorporates exp electrical equipment. They would like my company to carry out any repairs and further installation work in this part of their business. I have done petrol stations, chemical factories etc many years ago but I'd like to...
  2. Adam00

    Testing unusual installations

    In the case when there’s things such as battery storage and an inverter that charges are off-peak times or other things where there may be an inverter all alternative power source what do you do in terms of testing when the manufacturer specifies certain test could not be carried out that you...
  3. N

    Planning software for semi-industrial installations

    Hello there, Can anyone please recommend software for planning an electrical installation? We're in the process of building a workshop and I'd like to plan out all the circuits, outlets and locations of various machinery, ideally with a BoQ. I'd say we are looking at around 50 circuits in...
  4. punkin

    Surge Protection Device on old installations

    Hi I always thought installations were safe at the time of instalment etc, the Distribution Boards at my works were installed over ten years back. Our company just had its EICR done. The tester gave us a C2 for a number of DB’s which don’t have Surge Protection Device installed, these DBs with...
  5. T

    Domestic installations

    Hi everyone I’m new here and wanted to ask a question. I want to do some domestic jobs but are currently not registered with a body. I trained a while back and gained C&G level 2&3 in installation,level 3 domestic installation,17th Ed. My question is can I do minor works, issue certificates and...
  6. L

    Anyone here do domestic installations for EDF?

    Hello all. I'm just looking for a bit of advice regarding our meter. EDF keep badgering us to have a smart meter fitted, and they recently changed tack and said our current meter needs replacing as they are duty bound to make sure our meter is reliable. I know a smart meter is not mandatory...
  7. S

    I Need Work Looking for work as an electricians mate in around medway and kent area.

    Hi everyone, I'm looking for work as a mate, I have a recently achieved a City & guilds level 3 in electrical installations (2365). I already had level 2, PAT testing (2377), Part P buildings regulations, 18th Edition BS7671 ECS card. I'm hard working and honest and for 4 years i have been...
  8. HappyHippyDad

    Do we have to fit AFDD's in domestic installations?

    I can't find any really up to date threads on whether we have to fit AFDD's. I am specifically talking about in a domestic premise. I can see that 421.1.7 shows where an AFDD HAS to be fitted (i.e in one of the 4 bullet points), but then it says below ( the bullet points) it is 'recommended'...
  9. S

    Can I complete a EICR with my qual

    Can I complete a EICR if I have a SCQF level 7 in the testing and inspection of low voltage installations.
  10. T

    Loosing ethernet connection to internet at installations

    Hi We install equipment in domestic houses in UK. The equipment is monitored over the internet via ethernet connection and the usual RJ45 connector. The equipment is usually installed in a utility room or garage, so the ethernet cable isn’t usually long enough to go directly back to the...
  11. Pete999

    Electrical installations 2 and3

    Help please does anyone know what these quals are EIW 2 and 3
  12. A

    Rules on DIY installations

    Hi, Forty years ago, I served an apprenticeship as an (industrial) electrician. After doing a little work in the domestic sector, I became a printer service engineer and did this for thirty years. Now retired, I have inherited a two bedroom flat which needs a little extra wiring to accomodate...
  13. I

    Handy Stuff for Commercial Installations

    Morning all! Just been having a quick flick through some threads and enjoying all the good advice being offered to many people on a variety of topics! While flicking I've also noticed info on earthing nuts and wiska gland plates which have blown my mind as it seems I'm currently still stuck in...
  14. N

    Switching on Main Switch in Meter Box after new/replacement installations

    Hi Everyone, My name is nathan. I am a newbie, just completed my bachelor degree in electrical engineering which has quite a broad scope. I recently taken up attachment works which possibly deals house wiring and minute equipment repairs which I am begining to like. A question I woukd like to...
  15. S

    Electrical installations in commercial premises

    Hi everyone, I know that part P apply to dwellings and its associated building, and under that there are some electrical work that are notifiable. But what about commercial premises eg restaurants, schools, pubs.. What electrical regulations applies to it, is there any alternative similar to...
  16. G

    Just started - EAL Dip Electrical Installations L2 - Vids & Pdf's

    Cheers for the add, 4th week into level 2 of the EAL, and pracs are starting to get into safe isolation and working on a board to fix 1 way switch etc. As the pracs carry on - is there a good set of vids that show, in order, the work you will do for the course? Also is there a selection of...
  17. G

    Accepted onto EAL Dip Electrical Installations L2

    Hi all, After some great discusions and advice from a number of members in my welcome 1st post. I signed up and enrolled (yesterday) for the EAL Diploma in Electrical Installations Level 2 College route in Gwent, 2 evening per week 5.30-9pm (yesterday was enrollement). 50 miles round trip...
  18. J

    Insulation resistance on modern installations

    On initial verification of new installations I have been having a hard time with insulation resistance. With RCBOs, fixed LED luminaires, intelligent dimmer controls and other sensitive equipment now the norm on almost all installations how do we overcome this and still carry out effective and...
  19. D

    UK BS88 fuse board on a new installations

    I was wondering, are BS88 fuse boards still used on some new installations especially industrial and even commercial. And if so would that be ok with the regulations or not because its not retrospective. I know they are quite outdated and its hard to find a electrical wholesaler selling BS88...
  20. dokkan1080

    Rcbos in commercial installations

    Just a quick question Do rcbos need to be used on lighting circuits in a commercial setting? Eg on a new build school/hospital/what ever Or on a new circuit install on a school/hospital/ what ever commercial building?

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