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    New cable support regulation 521.10.202 (18th)

    Regarding the above regulation, it is now a requirement that in the event of a fire ALL wiring systems now need to be designed and installed to ensure they do not prematurely collapse thus put lives at risk be it of the general public or that of the emergency services. I want to just open a...
  2. Zdb

    Type tested regulation number.

    Does anyone know the reg number that states that you can't mix protective devices? I have searched the forum but the search tool isn't great. Thanks
  3. sham

    Does anybody know of this new regulation that omits the ZS test.

    On another forum about an high ZS reading about a fused spur feeding a boiler, someone replied that in the new 18th regs if the RCD breaks the circuit within time under test you do not need to check ZS, just R2 continuity test for CPC continuity would be good enough. You just put N/A on the...
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    18th edition changes to Regulation 411.3.1.2

    Regulation 411.3.1.2 Metallic pipes entering the building having an insulating section at their entrance need not be connected to the protective equipotential bonding. Question is what is meant by an insulation section at the entrance: ** enters in copper but then goes plastic? **enters...
  5. T

    How do you read Regulation 544.1.2?

    Sorry duplicate thing
  6. Iain Kay

    Buying IET Regulation books

    Hi all, I was wondering if anybody knows how much a copy of the IET Wiring Regulations Amendment 3 or 18th edition should cost? It looks like the RRP for 18th edition, paperback, is £95! Found a copy delivered for £81 on Amazon. Is this really the case for an essential publication? Or should...
  7. E

    Socket height regulation in old home

    Hello I am hoping to find a definitive answer to this as heard. Socket height regulation of 450mm is for new builds only not for old houses. What about renovating old houses for example a basement renovation but in an Edwardian home? What would pass building regs? Many thanks
  8. R

    18th Edition Regulations exam study

    Taking my 18th in a few weeks, studying 17th past papers and know the book very well as most of scope will be on that I assume, however anyone familiar with the new additions concerning under floor/wall heating elements bonding requirements and energy efficiency regs.
  9. John Lundrigan

    I am confused over the wording of Regulation 411.1

    Regulation 411.1 states that: Automatic disconnection of supply is a protective measure in which: (i) basic protection is provided by basic insulation of live parts or by barriers or enclosures, in accordance with Section 416, and (ii) fault protection is provided by protective earthing...
  10. stidge

    Heights Cu regulation ?

    I’ve mounted a Cu at eye level in tall cupboard unit, easy to see and reset if necessary.cruella da ville( customer ) now wants it moving 500mm up ! She’s a pain in the arse and has been all through the job ) is there a regulation I can hit her with regarding height and accessibility, I know...
  11. B

    Down lights and transformers

    Hi , just looking for some advice on some downlighting and where I stand , a client has provided me with 4 transformers with thermal cut out for there 4 down lighters which are not working , upon inspection of the 4 the down lighters themselves are not fire rated (ground floor flat) (2 story...
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    Regulation for using a cable reel?

    Been working at a cinema refurbishment but our firm are not doing the data cables or the speakers. It got to the end of the day and the people who are doing that side of things were pulling what looked like t+e through the studwork on the back wall of one of the screens. The roll was not on a...
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    Regulation 434.2.1- would this comply?

    People, First post as new to the industry and the forum. Would like thoughts on wether members would consider the following scenario would comply with regs, particularly 434.2.1. Bathroom in a 2 story detached house is being renovated. An electric shower is being removed from the bathroom which...
  14. D

    Microwave above sink

    Hi all, Was out looking at a job today in a clients office, and have been asked to quote for installing an additional socket for a microwave. They have installed a shelf directly above the kitchen sink and have placed a microwave on it - present cord is stretched out across to a worktop...
  15. D

    eicr coding question

    How would you code a cooker isolator switch mounted within the cooker space, I.e directly above the hobs? It's a metal faceplate mounted flush on metal splash back.
  16. T

    What regulation does L shape chase come under

    I am told a chase I did was dangerous and should never be done in this way. My thinking was considering all things it was in safe zones and is not dangerous. I would appreciate opinions on the matter please. The other part of the picture is where the client claims a scratched pipe when drilling...
  17. D

    Additional protection regulation

    I'm unsure as to what this regulation means. Regulation 411.3.3 Can anyone put it in terms I can understand please? Not all sockets 20a or under require additional protection by the means of an RCD so what does it mean? All help is greatly appreciated
  18. M

    External sounder and strobe regulation for height?

    Working on a remote building which requires a fire alarm fitting a beacon externally to raise alarm if building is unoccupied the position of the beacon will be on a gable in clear view of as many windows of the neighbouring building as possible and in clear view from the car park but...
  19. telectrix

    regulation query.

    afaik, cables and non=electrical services should be installed so that either will not cause detriment to the other ( 528.3.4 bgb ). i have a gas fitter telling me that my SWA should be 250mm from his gas pipe. i need to hit him with a reg., preferably one that is more specific than the one...
  20. B

    regulation opinions.

    Hi all, I basically Wanted to see if anybody knew of any regulation which eludes to having 1 lighting circuit in a single storey dwelling being non compliant in any way. I personally do not know of one and can not find one nor can my scheme providers tech support so wondered if anybody here...

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