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  1. K

    USB ports within sockets

    HI all A client ask if i could look into the idea of having one of those USB + standard stock installed in her house. I know there are a couple of comments in this forum but just thought I would ask as they are older threads. So has any one has any experience with them (as i have not) if so...
  2. uksparks

    Level of IP for unit within meter cupboard

    Hi, I have got to split some more tails etc and pop a mini consumer unit in someone's meter cupboard. I always put IP rated consumer units in, you know, just 2 way etc. Is it really necessary or would you say putting a normal metal clad unit it would be ok? Its just this time I have got to...
  3. A

    Within Competent Person Schemes

    Hi, I would appreciate answers from those who have worked within a CPS. From the 'Practical Solutions' thread some will have seen that I raised that it might be possible to effect change from within the schemes. However, this is from the slightly naive vantage point of little...
  4. T

    Who's in Northumberland within striking distance of Newbiggin by the Sea?

    As above, been approached by the cats protection people regarding an expenses only job but it's a bit too far out of my area. A guy at CEF is talking to his gaffer regarding donating whatever gear is needed so all it's going to cost is a bit of time. Free publicity chaps.
  5. B

    Testing other peoples work ( within same company )

    hi , im currently working on a new build housing site and have been testing alot of the installations, some i have 1st and 2nd fixed etc, but others i have not, some of them i havnt wired the property but i have done the 2nd fix and then tested it too, i have been filling out the electrical...
  6. D

    The Evil Within.. anyone playing it?

    Im at Safe Head Boss... gotta love this game he just anviled me throught the skull! ....
  7. grumpyjohn01

    scam within a scam?

    Just notified some work to Elecsa and realised I was being charged £3 'per tick' when I got to the part where you 'detail' the work done....naturally when I realised this I only made 1 tick as in my mind the others didnt strictly apply, however this would be a matter of judgement and could cost...
  8. saucyjack

    Cooker control switch needed or not?

    Hi guys, just a quick question: I appreciate that if you're installing a cooker, then there ought to be a cooker control switch fitted within 2m of the appliance etc., no probs. However, what's the deal with a separate oven and hob? I've got these to install soon, and it's my intention to feed...
  9. G

    Serious Party political Broadcasters required, see within

    As the election is only 9/10 months away, I wondered if anyone here really did like a particular party and would like to write a small bit regarding it so we can then get a private poll up to see if we can work out what the members here will be voting, it might give an indication to next years...
  10. A

    Boiler trips rcd within 30 minutes

    Hi guys im going to have a look at a job tomorrow night. The lady states for the last 10 months! The boiler has been tripping the rcd on and off. You turn the central heating on and it trips in about 30 minutes. The women was a bit vague over the phone as she also says it trips with hot water...
  11. B

    EICR Flood

    Hi Guys on a job that was affected by recent floods carrying out an EICR My question is that although the downstairs and kitchen rings are testing up ok I have concern because the cables that were run under floors were sat in water for over 4 weeks. I can't find all JB's but there must be more...
  12. G

    door alarm system

    Hi everyone. I have had a request to fit a door alarm system. Basically client needs a buzzer fitted within an office that will operate when either the front or back door opens at night time only. I have a general idea of fitting 2x door magnets, when door opens buzzer activates, psu fed by...
  13. F

    Installed cables within safe zone then moved by others.

    Hi all, hope someone can help. I've completed part of a new install in a clients new build house. The cables have been installed in safe zones or in line with accessories and routed via holes drilled in noggins and are all protected via split load RCD 17th Ed Consumer unit. The plumber...
  14. A

    Installation teams required within London and home counties

    We are about to enter into a partnership with a major supplier for domestic installations upto 4kwp. We are therefore looking for installation teams to carry out the complete install (roofing and electrical works), in the London and Home Counties area's. We will be carrying out all surveys and...
  15. H

    Help with EICR code!

    Hi, just wondered what your thoughts are on this, 3 bed town house Whole house ring final, mixture of 2.5 / 1.0 & 2.5 / 1.5 twin and earth cables, End to ends = 0.78, 0.78, 1.6. R1r2 = 0.61 (spur). ZS = 0.66! BS7671 recommends a max of 100 square meters which using 2.5/1.5 = an r1r2 of...
  16. F

    Solar PV for my new roof?

    Ihave a South facing Slate roof big enough for a 4KW Solar installation. Itis on a 3 storey semi detached house in the South of the UK Iam soon having the roof replaced and am looking into Solar PV Iwould appreciate any comments and experiences that you can kindly offer Isthere anything the...
  17. D

    Earth bar within metal trunking

    hi, Testing a job at the moment and a couple of DB have all there CPC connected in the trunking instead of the DB. There is a earh bar within the metal trunking but due to the trunking full of cables, unabale to gain access to the CPC. Due poor access to the CPC ive made a report on that but...
  18. B

    Bathroom Hairdryer

    Hello All Wise and Wonderful Persons!!!! :rofl: (only joking!) I am currently working in a house which is being complete refurbished. Whilst walking through the job with the client, he asked if it was possible to have a power supply for a hairdryer within the basin unit in the bathroom, so...
  19. A

    rings within rings

    I tested a job last week and ive been typing up a quote this morning and I cant find a regulation as to why you cant have a ring within a ring or a figure of 8 so to speak.. maybe im half asleep but ive checked the BGB and all i can find is appendix 15 which refers to reg 433.1.103 none of the...
  20. A

    rings within rings

    I tested a job last week and ive been typing up a quote this morning and I cant find a regulation as to why you cant have a ring within a ring or a figure of 8 so to speak.. maybe im half asleep but ive checked the BGB and all i can find is appendix 15 which refers to reg 433.1.103 none of the...

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