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  1. T

    Minor works - Zdb & R1R2 tests

    Hi all, when completing a minor works there are two tests that i am unsure the best way to go about, example extension of circuit and new lighting point installed. Fed from industrial 3P board unable to isolate due to plant running. Do not wish to open live board even just for testing purposes...
  2. D

    Minor works but not a minor works?

    When connecting a new boiler into an existing switch fused connection unit and you are not modifying or extending any of the fixed circuit wiring, do you carry out the full range of tests shown on the minor works cert, with reference to a NICEIC version? Zs @ db R1R2 of the circuit up to the...
  3. T

    Minor works certificate - Ze Test

    Hi on the minor works certificate it asks for Ze, so any time i install an addition to a circuit lets say, i then have to isolate the whole system disconnect the main earth and test each time? Is there anything that permits the test be completed without having to disconnect main earth? Thanks
  4. PliersForHire

    Minor Works on new Thermostat

    Hi All I have been asked to supply a minor works certificate on a smart thermostat upgrade. Would I just test the dedicated circuit from the CU to the spur or does it involve all wiring attached to the wiring centre? Cheers PFH.
  5. S

    Extra emergency lighting fittings on minor works

    Hi guys, Been asked to fit 2 lights and a switch, which in reality turned out to be rewiring a multiple PIR setup to a single switch, adding multiple other fittings and emergency lighting (all of the lights were selected and at the depot when I got there) they were supplied by the lighting...
  6. Q

    Who can sign off minor works and EIC's?

    Evening all, I just wanted to see if electrical improvers/adult trainees with appropriate levels of experience and who hold testing qualifications can complete minor works certs or EIC's for basic installs. For me that shows competence and skill as is always mentioned and certs are checked off...
  7. M

    UK Minor works certification

    Hi everyone, I’m brand new to the site and hope everyone is doing well. My question is this: I have a 2365 level 2 diploma and have been doing some electrical work around the house , i.e. moving existing sockets and adding a spur. Can I issue my own minor works certificate? Or am I just over...
  8. ziddyshin

    Do I need to join a scheme to sign off Minor Works Certificate?

    Hi, I would like to do some minor domestic electrical work while I am completing my NVQ level 2 in electrical installations. I have the 18th edition and part P qualifications as well as an NVQ level 2 in inspection and testing. However, I have read and heard from other electricians that you need...
  9. gmdaly

    new minor works certificate for a fused spur

    Hi, can someone give me some advice RE completing a small works certificate for a fused spur coming from a ring final. 1) In part 2 of the AMD2 small works cert, its wants Zdb supplying the final circuit. Does this mean the Zs for the ring final that I measure or the MaxZs 32A MCB which is 1.1...
  10. R

    Surge protection on minor works

    Evening all, Pretty straightforward I think. I was led to believe that surge protection needs to be fitted on all additions and alterations including when doing minor works unless the client signs a waiver. Another sparky I work with claims that this does not apply if you are just adding a an...
  11. Raptor0014

    Views on Minor Works Certs

    Morning all. I was chatting with another spark the other day and he’s telling me I’m making excessive work for myself by issuing minor works certs for everything I do that isn’t covered with a EIC. Eg if I change a socket I check everything first (Ze, Zs, PEFC, PSSC, R1+R2, RCD Trip times...
  12. happysteve

    MEIWC - Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate - BS7671 2018 + A2:2022

    happysteve submitted a new resource: MEIWC - Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate - BS7671 2018 + A2:2022 - Fillable MEIWC PDF form for 18th Edition Amendment 2 Read more about this resource...
  13. D

    Minor electrics for shed

    At my board everything is RCD protected. I have built a shed off the side of the house, I was going to drill through into the house in order to supply my shed with a socket and some lights. I'm not bothered about effort/mess/cost here - purely whatever is safest, so a few questions if anyone...
  14. N

    does this need a minor works cert

    As above ,does any of the following work require a minor work cert, changing MCB's, changing sockets, fitting CU blanks, filling CU holes with intumescent sealant (CU not to IP rating ) all noted during EICR's some FI's which turn out to be loose wires in circuits This is Scotland...
  15. C

    OLEV audit disaster code 2 minor error

    OLEV audit what a joke Our audit was fine however the Niceic accredited auditor gave us a code 2 for putting the cat 5 cable through the same gland as the twin and earth supplying the charge point. The manufacturers data states the data and power can go through the same gland in a photo as...
  16. Aaron b

    Limitations on minor works

    Hello, I need to fill out a minor works cert for a apartment. Is it acceptable or common practice to mark earthing system type as a limitation? The owner isn't around so it's not going to be simple getting access to the buildings incomer. I would assume it tns as the transformer is in the...
  17. A

    Issuing minor works certificate

    Hello all, I'm a mere PAT tester and access this forum alot as I learn so much from it. I wanted to ask about like-for-like socket changes and issuing MWCs. I test fixed appliances also so I understand the correct isolation procedure. I often find damaged sockets and fused spurs and I'd like to...
  18. OnlQQker

    What Went Wrong? Minor Electrical Explosion...

    My ex mother in law has 2 OLD candlestick (Brass) lamps. The switch stopped working so I took it apart, it looks like this but plastic switch and cover BC SWITCHED BRASS LAMPHOLDER -...
  19. NICKYNUNN

    EIC or MINOR WORKS?

    HI EVERYONE, IF I ADD A RADIAL CIRCUIT OF 2 SOCKETS , 5 METER RUN IN 4MM FLEX CONTAINED IN CONUIT AND TRUNKING, AND TERMINATE IT IN AN EXISTING 32AMP MCB WHICH SERVES A RING CIRCUIT, DOES IT WARRANT A MINOR WORKS OR EIC CERT? I UNDERSTAND THAT IF I PUT IT ON ITS OWN BREAKER IT WOULD BE AN EIC ...
  20. A

    Minor works certification

    Hi, do you need to compete a minor works cert if you are just moving a socket and not altering the circuit in any way? Thanks.

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