I was wondering, are BS88 fuse boards still used on some new installations especially industrial and even commercial. And if so would that be ok with the regulations or not because its not retrospective. I know they are quite outdated and its hard to find a electrical wholesaler selling BS88...
Hi all,
Just looking for opinions on a popular dispute between our guys.
Are the regulations retrospective?
By this i mean would you add to a ring main or install a socket without RCD protection?
Would you do the same with lights now as per new 18th edition?
If doing an EICR you see trunking...
Hi, I carried out an eicr in August 15 (satisfactory)
the property has changed hands and the new owners sparks has altered sockets and lighting.
i have been contacted saying there is a back feed between 2 mcbs at the consumer unit.
as it is 4 months since eicr and and alterations have been made...
I'm a plonker! In Feb 2012 I extended existing lighting and socket ring ccts into a ground floor extension. Also changed the lighting mcb to an rcbo.
Issued Minor Works Certs. Bulding inspector has recently called on customer and asked to see Part P.
I've just realised that he's correct...
when carrying out a PIR before an address is rented out, there are always the issues of original wiring being sub standard for current regs. examples being earthing, special locations, RCD's smoke detectors to state just a few.i always make a point of upgrading the earthing, and do my best to...
can anyone clarify if rcd protection is required retrospectively on ring main/socket circuits in industrial premises.
I have been given a job to clear up snags on a periodic inspection, the lack of rcd protection is given as a failure on a number of circuits.
it's not a problem, i would...
Hi gents, so someone has finally asked it - well i have to fit rcd's/RCBO's to existing circuits when the 17th kicks in???
Well here is my view:
There is one ENORMOUS change in the 17th which has been largely overlooked
The Schedule of Inspections in the model forms appendix has been...
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