So I'm running an Ethernet cable through my roofspace, using only the downlight holes for access. Bit fiddly but gets the job done with a little perseverance.
Each downlighter is fed from a junction box. I've been taking them out and for a little while they've been supported only by their cables.
Upon inspecting before refitting - guess which connections have ended up coming out, and guess which ones have held tight?! On four separate occasions, with separate fittings, the neutrals and/or earths have come loose, whereas not even one live has done so far.
Do people just not bother to tighten N/E, as they see them as "less important"?! Seems like the opposite to me - just asking for someone to get a shock one way or another!
I know there's been threads on this in the past, but wanted to share my experience as a DIYer. When I've been remaking the connections I've obviously tightened all three up - unlike the person who wired this place initially!
Each downlighter is fed from a junction box. I've been taking them out and for a little while they've been supported only by their cables.
Upon inspecting before refitting - guess which connections have ended up coming out, and guess which ones have held tight?! On four separate occasions, with separate fittings, the neutrals and/or earths have come loose, whereas not even one live has done so far.
Do people just not bother to tighten N/E, as they see them as "less important"?! Seems like the opposite to me - just asking for someone to get a shock one way or another!
I know there's been threads on this in the past, but wanted to share my experience as a DIYer. When I've been remaking the connections I've obviously tightened all three up - unlike the person who wired this place initially!