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  1. W

    EIC with no building regulations compliance certificate

    May seem like a pretty silly question, but can you issue a EIC without a building regulations compliance certifcate as long as the work is non-notifiable. I am finding recently that during EICR remedial's I am having too many alterations to fit on a multiple minor works certificate so I am...
  2. P

    Do crimped connections in a choc box in an inaccesssible location comply with regulations?

    The relevant regulations are I think as follows: BS 7671 513.1: cable joints must be accessible except where allowed by 526.3 which is covered by ... BS 7671 526.3 (iv) joints made by welding, soldering, brazing or compression (which covers crimped connections) So far so good. But: 526.5...
  3. holmestm

    Should the armour of an SWA carrying twin and earth cables also be earthed (with banjos etc)

    I have an existing installation extended in 2015. The existing cable had 3 cores and used the armour as earth, with connections soldered onto the SWA gland where required (e.g. in external sockets). At the point the extension was added the contractor took the armoured earth and connected it to...
    • holmestm
    • Thread
    • and earth armour cables carrying earth earthed regulations swa twin twin and earth
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  4. R

    HMO regulations for electrics

    Is this acceptable for a flat in an eight flat HMO there are three floors.
  5. O

    Smoke alarm regulations

    I've asked a similar question before I think and we came to the conclusion that apart from new houses and HMO's etc there aren't any rules about fitting smoke alarms in existing properties that have been extended. We are doing a job at the moment and I have actually fitted a smoke in the...
  6. A

    Regulations around stairwell wiring

    Hi all, I have two questions regarding wiring and containment on commercial property stairwells in Ireland. We are currently wiring a 3 story pub-to-be. We plan on using plastic conduit- surface from top stairwell landing to the bottom landing. I can't find anything to the contrary in the...
  7. O

    Irish wiring regulations - not neutralised

    My mate has family in Southern Ireland and he has been over there a couple of times this year helping them renovate a property. He has been upgrading the electrics for them and he says its an overhead supply with an earth rod. He did say there was a wire coming from the meter area to the...
  8. Flemming J

    When should a building/shed be considered agricultural?

    Should a steel shed built adjacent to agricultural buildings be considered in an agricultural environment, in terms of cable choice etc.? The shed will solely be for automotive repair activities. Or is there a specific distance as to how close to an agricultural building the same regulations...
  9. F

    Sweden electric regulations - light switch

    Hi everyone, Kindly I'd need to know, regarding the regulations for electrical systems in Sweden, whether light switches must be installed in a certain direction (e.g. when the light is on it must be pressed upwards) or whether there are no specifications on the regulations. Thank you
  10. T

    EICR consumer unit advise

    Hi, I am due EICR test on my property which has 20 year old wiring. Last test on 2018 was fine with no issues. Just need to check if my consumer unit will need replacement for EICR pass or it will be ok. Attaching pictures.
  11. A

    What are the regulations for PV consumer unit protection?

    I had a PV system installed by a local reputable manufacturer last autumn; since then, I've received conflicting advice regarding the consumer unit protection required. I'm hoping someone may be able to clarify the protection required by the regulations in place last October. I have a Solis S6...
  12. S

    Extending cooker electric regulations

    Hi I am seeking help and best practices to achieve below tasks. I am not across regulations hence will appreciate best approach to achieve below without violating regulations. Below is layout of the way electric cable is for cooker. I have two tasks to action here. 1) install cooker hood. 2)...
  13. T

    How to learn more about the UK Building Regulations in general.

    Hello everyone, I'm just wondering how I can learn more about the UK Building Regulations in general. What got me thinking about this is that I was fitting a light that was too close to a smoke alarm and my spark told me that you're not allowed within 300mm of a smoke. This is something I...
  14. P

    Loading of an AC DB against selection regulations?

    Helloo guys, First post, so sorry if this is dreary! I'll try keep it simple... I have a client with a distribution circuit supplying AC. installation is supplied via 160A MCCB, 70mm 5 core XLPE, 250 Amp rated Distribution board.. so far so good. distribution board is loaded with 18 MCB's...
  15. A

    Is this Saniflo wiring safe and compliant with regulations?

    Hello. I would like to know if from a safety perspective the wiring of the saniflo (see all 3 attached pictures) is good or not. If not can someone point to regulations that cover such jobs in bathrooms? Background: This is a Saniflo replacement and rewiring. Intuitively I would say this is...
  16. J

    UK Are there any special regulations for wiring up fuel container pumps?

    Customer has decided to install a 10,000L Diesel storage tank with built in pump & hose at his business warehouse for his trucks. The Fuel tank is sealed but has an access hatch to a small section that houses the fuel hose and a small motor for the pump that draws around 5Amps, it comes...
  17. H

    Calibration Regulations

    Hi all....for fixed wiring testing, does the test equipment (Fluke and Megger in this case) have to have a calibration certificate from an independant organization. i.e we cant calibrate it and certify it ourselves?
  18. M

    UK Earth bonding requirement for water pipe (metal entry point, switch to plastic after 300mm)

    Good morning everyone. I’m looking at getting an EV charger installed at my home and the company is requesting that I earth bond my water supply piping. The main water pipe entering the property is metal, then there is the stop cock, and after about 100mm it turns into a plastic pipe (total...
    • mbat22
    • Thread
    • after bonding earth entry pipe plastic point regulations requirement switch water
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. G

    Old DZ fuseboards, Do they have to be removed (no exceptions) or can they be left in place?

    What are the regulations around old DZ fuseboards, Do they have to be removed (no exceptions) or can they be left in place? My own thought was that they were essentially outlawed back in the 2000s but if they are still functioning can they be left in place or do they HAVE to be removed? Have...
  20. needanotherjob

    Best guide to regulations other than part p?

    Hi, Does anyone have any suggestions for a reference for electricians to the other parts of the building regs other than part p? either an actual book or an online reference. cheers Jim
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