IET Code of Practice

[Pat the tester]

A chance to find out about the implications of the IET Code at FREE 4th Edition Code of Practice Seminars from Seaward

 

[graeme210375]

On the subject, it appears that the changes in the 4th edition are soley to do with frequency of testing. I think that the responsibility of frequency will lie with the principal duty holder. It also seems that class 2 appliances in low risk environments may not need testing at all. Annual testing may not be required on many appliances, just a visual inspection by anyone with any sense.
With this in mind, with times already tough, possibly getting tougher, what's the point in paying £50 for the new book? I take it none of the tests or paperwork have actually changed? I know the labels no longer need a next test date.

 

[grantr37]

£50.00 for a pile of paper and a few staples that cost about £2.00 to get printed....

 

[hazelm]

On the subject, it appears that the changes in the 4th edition are soley to do with frequency of testing. I think that the responsibility of frequency will lie with the principal duty holder. It also seems that class 2 appliances in low risk environments may not need testing at all. Annual testing may not be required on many appliances, just a visual inspection by anyone with any sense.
With this in mind, with times already tough, possibly getting tougher, what's the point in paying £50 for the new book? I take it none of the tests or paperwork have actually changed? I know the labels no longer need a next test date.

A new item of fixed appliances has been added - those screwed to a wall such as hand driers - and class 2 appliances in, say offices, do not need to have the combined test provided the formal visual test (recorded) made. If the firm is not making the recorded visual test, I would perform the full combined test. (Also mentioned on the HSE website). Worth paying for in my opinion to keep up to date with the CoP.