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    Safety Contactor

    Afternoon all, I need some clarification regarding the use of a safety contractor and whether we can classify the safety contractor as a point of isolation. We have a control panel that requires inserting a castell key into the HMI unit to activate it. When we remove the castell key from the...
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    UK Is this meter and consumer unit location safe and upto spec? (kitchen cabinet, water pipes)

    Hello, I am renovating my kitchen and looking for advice on best placement of the meter and consumer unit. I am primarily concerned with: Building regs Electrical regs Fire safety It's just a simple dwelling, not HMO or anything. Currently, the meter and consumer unit is inside of a brick...
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    EICR - Help on my Request for Electrical Safety Alternatives and Quotes

    Good morning, We have a two-bedroom flat that my wife and I rent out to supplement our income. Following the recent EICR, several issues categorised as C1, C2, and C3 were identified. I've tries to discuss alternatives with the engineer, particularly concerning the replacement of the consumer...
  4. sebas96

    PSU works with a multimeter attached, but trips the safety without it.

    Hey, I want to use an old xbox 360 PSU- 12V 175W output- for my 12V sup pump (pump/air compressor). When I connected the PSU to the pump directly the SUP pump worked without a problem until it switched to the air compressor( it does it automatically after the pressure reaches 1 psi. The moment...
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    Replace vented direct cylinder with unvented, safety drain off?

    Hi, Small flat, currently has a small'ish feed water tank, top of a cupboard, feed through a wall into under stairs cupboard. Hot water tank with top & bottom immersion heaters & controller. Has a pump currently, noisy but sure normal, just seems to echo despite best efforts to supress, mats...
  6. PezLee

    Workshop keyed safety

    I would like to convert my detached garage into a full time workshop, storm-time garage. As I have a 7 year old (and JUST found out another on the way :) ), I would like to add a keyed switch that will disable several circuits dedicated to tools when my wife or I are not using them (preferably...
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    Safety switches choice advice

    Hi, Because of the recent epidemics of so called experts with absolutely no proper qualification, nor knowledge, I'm forced to learn more on the subject, hence the following thread: In the apartment, where I currently live in, a safety switch panel is equipped with miniature toggle switches...
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    Is this compliant with current safety standards?

    Hi first time on this forum and looking for some advice. I have a second home with incoming network connection as shown below. I don't like uninsulated wires attaching to the house like this and is dangerous when working with ladders etc. I have looked up the regs, 1988, and as far as I can...
  9. drewzh

    Do these internally exposed meter tails require mechanical protection?

    Hi, I was hoping someone with a little more insight might be able to shed some light on a potential issue I have, as I can't seem to find another example online where this specific question that has been answered. What you can see in the attached photograph is meter tails (single insulated +...
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    Machine Safety Circuit: Fuse Integration Query

    Hello Everyone, I have a technical question that I hope someone can help clarify. We're currently facing an odd issue with a machine equipped with a safety relay and interlocks. The interlocks have been failing, seemingly due to an unstable or 'dirty' power supply. While the ideal solution...
  11. Kweshaz

    Working on 11kv overhead line

    What are the requirements in terms of safety before work is done on a private overhead line be it repairs or deviation of line.
  12. Deke Stewart

    HELP! Does this wiring meet safety standards.

    The trunking in my shower has broken away from the tiling and i have noticed an electrical cable running through. My landlord wants to just replace the trunking and seal it back up with waterproof silicon. Is this wiring even legal and does it meet the safety requirements. Please help I do not...
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    Worth getting sockets with safety shutters?

    Having a rewire done with Click Mode sockets. Doubles being CMA036 (BS 1363-2: 1995) https://www.cef.co.uk/catalogue/products/1146346-2-gang-13a-double-pole-switched-socket-with-twin-earth-white PDF https://www.scolmore.com/_pdfs/spec_bros/Mode%20Sockets.pdf I saw this about safety shutters...
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    Wiring a Safety Relay to a Safety Interlocking Switch

    Hi all, I need help/feedback. I am modifying a machine. I have added an aluminium profile frame (enclosure ) to a machine (the machine will be inside this enclosure; on the drawing, it is marked as an "external unit"). On the profile frame, I have added a door; on the door, I have added a...
  15. Moley

    HV/EHV Safety distances

    While driving home from Runcorn today via mid Wales my mind started wandering. I started thinking about HV safety distances. Now I know that at 132kV the safety distance is 1.4m, 275kV it's 2.4m and 400kV it's 3.1m but I want to know what sort of safety margin has been built in and how much does...
  16. Khanzada

    Health & safety policy

    Hello everyone Where I can download the health & safety policy , quotation estimation and risk assessment template for a small electrical firm online?
  17. events-guy2020

    Portable device safety test question

    I have built a portable lighting game, and need advice on what safety testing would be needed for it to be used legally by private clients. In effect it is an enclosure with 10 sockets (only 5 connected, to 5 separate bulbs, connected to a switch), and 20 tails (only 5 connected to power). The...
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    New Trades Career Health And Safety Preworkshop Test

    Hi, I am currently with New Trades Career doing Electrical Installation level 2 & 3 and have come to the stage where I am doing the preworkshop health and safety test but it's a bloody headache, I have failed it once now and have a strong feeling I am going to fail it again. I am struggling and...
  19. BenCos18

    Reported content: Post in thread 'Health and safety guidance - Northern Ireland'

    Post in thread 'Health and safety guidance - Northern Ireland' by aaroncappa has been reported by BenCos18. Reason given: Content being reported:
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    Health and safety guidance - Northern Ireland

    Hi folks. I'm not an electrician but I thought this would be a good place to get some guidance and get some understanding on health and safety when it comes to electric engineers. I am from Northern Ireland. I just had a prepayment meter removed and a new meter installed for a direct debit...

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