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  1. S

    Solar panels on shed: What cable requirements are needed to house?

    I am in the process of installing six solar panels on a new-build shed. I had planned on bringing the power from the 2Kw inverter to the main consumer unit in the home over a 4mm² armoured cable. This will be connected through a 25A 30mA SP Type B RCBO to the main rail in the consumer unit...
  2. newfutile

    NICEIC Certification Scheme New QS requirements

    New requirements to be a QS from 1st sep 2021 from what i can read here ( https://www.niceic.com/join-us/approved-contractor-scheme-(1)/eas-entry-requirements-april-21.aspx) it would appear your need to have completed an apprenticeship or a mature assessment, does anyone have any ideas on what...
  3. HappyHippyDad

    Requirements for a small kitchen in non domestic situation.

    I have been asked to wire up a small kitchen for a local charity. 1 x 32a cooker 4 x sockets fridge/Dishwasher Cooker Hood 2kW water heater It's a drop in centre, not a commercial kitchen. It's a little out of my comfort zone with regards regulations though. At present it is just a storage...
  4. C

    Code based rewiring requirements for home renovations.

    Planning a home renovation where about half the house is being significantly altered (moving walls etc). All of the wiring, outlets, fixtures, and switches in those alteration areas will be replaced and a new electrical panel will be installed. The other half of the house just gets new outlets...
  5. HappyHippyDad

    RCD requirements for TT?

    Evening all... I'm having a complete mind blank on what the mA requirement is for an RCD on domestic household with TT earthing, Ra = 57ohms. I'm not talking about final circuits. I'm planning on splitting the meter tails into a henly, then into a switched fuse, then 50m SWA to consumer unit...
  6. M

    EICR pricing and requirements

    Hi guys I've been asked to do a EICR for a landlord on his 6 bed house. My queries are 1. Do I have to be a member of a scheme to do this work? (My understanding is not but I need indemnity insurance) 2. What is the going rate for EICR's in the West Midlands please? And is there a rule of...
  7. T

    Upgrading a CU on a domestic property requirements

    Hi all, I wonder if you can help me out please. I have been approached by family friend to upgrade their CU in a home they are looking to sell. I am a registered Electrician, but do not hold my Part P qualification as the heavy majority of my work is done on Commercial works. I am fully...
    • tmac87
    • Thread
    • competent consumer unit upgrades domestic domestic installer part p property requirements
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Domestic Electrician Forum
  8. K

    UK Installation electrician requirements

    Hi All. I was just after some advice. After working in industry for a fair time, I’m now looking to break into the domestic installation side. I have most qualifications required but my NVQ Level 3 is in electrical maintenance. This is affecting my gold card. Any ideas of what’s required to...
  9. D

    requirements for a long run

    I have I have about an 800 foot run. What would it take to get adequate amperage and voltage at the end of that for 120v 30 to 50 amps?
  10. K

    NAPIT Certification Scheme Joining NAPIT - requirements and questions

    Hi Guys. Napit sent me an email with requirements for my first assessment via zoom. Does anyone have any idea what they can ask me for 2 hours !?! Especially I have on site assessment next day. Also they asked me to prepare: Thank you for confirming this ‘office’ meeting. Please make the...
  11. spud1

    What are the requirements for interfacing a new gas supply with a commercial buildings fire alarm system ?

    Hi Im working in a staffed residential home (for severe learning difficulties/disabilities residents) they have a new onsite tanked gas supply being installed to supply two domestic sized gas boilers in seperate locations, which will replace the existing big oil fired boiler. I need to clarify...
    • spud1
    • Thread
    • alarm buildings commercial fire fire alarm gas new requirements supply system
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  12. Pretty Mouth

    Supplementary bonding requirements

    Evening All. I've been having a debate (argument) on a FB group with another well respected spark, and my old tutor. The subject of discussion - supplementary bonding. Their opinion is that it is required throughout an installation, where ever the conditions in 415.2.2 cannot be met without...
  13. D

    I was wondering if someone has five minutes to review requirements?

    Good Day; I am installing an external portable 4KW, 30A generator to my small mountain cabin. I have accounted for an external generator hook point, external 30A fused disconnect leading to the internal 12-way Square-D power distribution board. An external 4ft copper ground rod provides the...
  14. L

    Hi guys. To those in countries with TNC-S. What are your requirements regarding installation of earth rods for domestic installs?

    Hi Guys. Firstly, am glad to join the group. Secondly I am very curious to hear from those who have TNC-S as their electrical supply I have 2 questions (1) Are you required to install an earth rod (stake or mesh) on the homeowners property? and (2) what are your regulations regarding its...
  15. Mark42

    The new Landlords' EICR requirements. The law says that everything must now be to 18th Edition!

    Many will by now have heard of the new requirements for private landlords, enacted under Statutory Instrument 2020 No. 312, known as ‘The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.’ All new tenancies, and all existing tenancies from 1 April 2021, must...
  16. C

    Disconnection Time Requirements?

    Why do circuits 32 amps and under require a 0.4 second disconnection time at 230 volts, but circuits over 32 amps are legally allowed 5 seconds? 115 volts for 5 seconds is enough to cause injury to the human body.
  17. S

    Gauge Requirements

    I have been looking around and used a calculator for this. I am looking to run 120v/100 AMP supply to a pole barn 175 feet and buried from the main breaker. What size and type of wire will I need? Thanks in advance.
  18. D

    Surge protection Requirements

    Excuse the probably stupid question! I'm a bit out of date, so not yet up to speed on 18th edition. Been prepping for a domestic board change, but am confused about whether I need an SPD or not. Seeing as the majority of suppliers are selling their boards without the SPD, I'm assuming they're...
  19. I

    UK Replacement oven power requirements

    I'm replacing our oven, and want to make sure the new oven does not exceed the power requirements of the old one, but I can't find it. Our existing EOS66SS2 shows only the following information: Nominal voltage 220V - 240V ~50Hz Power connection: 13 A automatic bipolar switch with protected...
  20. Lister1987

    Check Understanding; Minimum alarm requirements for private rent sector

    Just want someone to sanity check me here; my understanding is that battery powered detectors are not permitted in the private rent sector - they're fine if you own/live in the property yourself but the minute it becomes private rent then the minimum requirement is LD3 - Mains Powered (with or...
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