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  1. L

    shaver sockets that comply with current regs

    hi all thanks in advance. as above states, iv come across a very old shaver socket and i know iv seen in the inspection schedules something about when a shaver doesnt comply... just wanted to know a little more about this? the shaver socket is about 20 years old, has a switch for on/off so...
  2. M

    New regs books

    OK so had to buy new Spanish regs with latest amendments . The main book 753 pages all pages are coated with a wipe clean finish plus 3 small on site ref guides plus 2 quick calc cards total inc postage 22 euros about 18 quid .....looks like a bargain compared to what you guys seem to pay. BTW...
  3. C

    Surface double sockets all have spur double sockets next to them - ok re. Regs ?

    "Hello All", One of my Cousins has bought a Flat and asked Me to look at the Heating System [prior to buying] while I was there I noticed a couple of surface mounted Double socket outlet `faceplates` cracked - He said that he would replace them. While He was removing the Socket outlets he saw...
  4. i=p/u

    EICR Regs

    can anyone point me to a few Reg Numbers. 16mm Earthing conductor has been cut and twisted together? needs to be continuous. MAIN KIOSK, MAINS & GENERATOR SECTION, 16MM Cables from main isolator to 63A fuses are showing signs of burning.(Reg ?????
  5. G

    Regs download and tablets

    Speaking to my part p assessor the other day and he was recommending downloading the regs onto a tablet and using that instead of paper. Anyone using this method ? How much does the gold package set you back as I'm waiting for IET to get back to me. Also recommendations for a tablet l, I'm an...
  6. J

    Help with answers not in regs book or in my brain please

    Hi All, Im hoping a bright sparks can help me with one or all of these 3 things that have been foxing me for a while Any advice appreciated. Thanks in advance 1) If im not wrong, a type B breaker must activate between 3 & 5 times its rated current within .1 second. There is time/current...
  7. B

    Help: I am 15th edition IEE Regs what are my restrictions

    Hi,, I qualified to 15th edition IEE regs some 28 yrs ago. I then left the trade. I kept my hand in by doing foreigners and of course all electrical work on my own properties. I would class myself as competent and safe. I was wondering what restrictions there are on any work I can do, for...
  8. B

    2 circuits present at double gang switch hallway vs landing regs (again)

    Have listened to this one banded around many times. Situation where some sparks argue that ground or 1st floor circuits should not be present at one switch as is often the case if a strapper drops down to the hallway 2 way feeding the landing with the hallway switch also within the same (double...
  9. charlie76

    Is this an error in the "Electrician's Guide to the Building Regulations"

    Reading the "Electricians Guide to the Building Regulations" today (ISBN 978-1-84919-889-9) section 5.7.5 Fixed Equipment, further down the paragraph states: "Outdoor fixed equipment is not required to be protected by an RCD" That in itself does not ring correct to me I would expect an RCD to...
  10. R

    Transportable office regs help please

    Hi, I have been asked to wire and cert a transportable storage container that's is going to be used as office. Basic ring circuit, couple of fan heaters 2x lights, db board. I am a domestic installer, do I need to be full scope to do this and also what kind of certification is required? Any help...
  11. S

    WANTED: 2382-15 17th Edition Regulations Course in East Sussex

    Hi all At the risk of repeating what may have already been discussed, does anyone know any authorised 17th Edition courses which are in South East Sussex. I have completed 16th Edition. I have found www.ableskills.co.uk/electrical-courses/17th-edition-courses/ (In Dartford for £375 inc)...
  12. Davehaywire

    New build ring circuit regulations -help please

    In a new build , I have noticed how the Sparks that have wired the house (4 bed 3 storey town house) They have put the kitchen appliances sockets/kitchen worktop sockets/boiler fcu/1st floor sockets/2nd floor sockets on a 32A ring and the ground floor sockets only 4 sockets on another 32A ring...
  13. Pete999

    Building Regulations

    For a laugh I went on line and completed the "Part P test" no I didn't do the course, did it just for fun, it seems to me that if the questions are similar to the ones I answered, yes I passed before anyone has a dig, cover more than just part P of these regulations. To that end would it not be...
  14. Lucien Nunes

    Where does it say in the regs...?

    Is it my imagination or are we seeing a ridiculous number of threads with this kind of question? Sure, some are just trolling, but many of them look like genuine queries where people want to know a the number of the reg that says whether it's OK to install 2.5T+E clipped direct to some 4x2 to...
  15. A

    regulations in Scotland

    We have to rewire a house in Scotland in January, does anyone know if for notification we have to do as here in England (go through a organisation such as Niceic,Napit) or it is different there.your help would be much appreciated.
  16. G

    Bit rusty on regs.

    I've not been active as a sparky for a little while, so bit rusty on regs. Esp. the new ones :-) Can anyone tell me if I should be worried about the sparky doing my kitchen? This is the finished wiring.
  17. M

    Fuse board regs?

    Hi all. I'm not an electrician but would like some advice please. The fuse board above is what is in our new property. A single old man lift there before us and only had few appliances. We're now being told our house insurance will be void if we don't get it upgraded and it needs doing for...
  18. H

    Help with Regs

    Generic title as since I'm going through the book I might have more than one question (which I have so far). So, first question. Can somebody explain 559.5.1: At each fixed lighting point one of the following shall be used for the termination of the wiring system: (i)... (ii)... (iii)...
  19. P

    new smoke regulations

    Hi guys, been quoting for a lot of smoke detection upgrades for landlords. Had a look at a job today that has an open plan kitchen/living room, does anyone know what is required here? Going to have a google once the kids are in bed, just thought I'd ask the question!
  20. M

    Portugal wiring regulations

    Can anyone tell me how to find a regs book for Portugal

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