Hi,

Hoping to get a 2nd opinion please. We are fitting out a new room and will be wall mounting the TV. We want all connections to be hidden behind the TV. The problem is that a standard mains socket and plug is too deep behind the TV so TV sticks out too far.

Currently, in another room. We have a Fused outlet such as this one https://www.screwfix.com/p/mk-13a-dp-switched-fused-connection-unit-with-flex-outlet-white/13479 behind the TV and then it is switched from another switch at skirting level (to allow it to be switched on/off without removing TV from wall). The TV cable (IEC Plug) is then hardwired into the Fused outlet.

The electrical contractor onsite has said this is not a safe approach and has installed a standard 3 pin socket instead behind TV.

Is the fused outlet approach valid and within regulations?

Thanks
 
Don't often disagree with Tony but there's nothing wrong with removing the plug from an appliance. It's no different to replacing a plug that has got damaged.
 
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