Please let us know should you like to discuss anything and we’ll get you in touch with an electrician who can provide a professional advice! As we look at this, it may seem there is an issue – some may say the cpc’s sharing the same sleeve is an issue, but in reality, it isn’t a problem, as they aren’t twisted together. Even from a periodic testing perspective, they’re very unlikely to cause a problem. If the inspector is removing the front cover and has caused the misalignment, I’d be concerned that the devices and CU were still live as both the main switch and circuit breaker are indicating the ‘on’ position. They may well be isolated elsewhere, which we can’t tell from this picture. Safe isolation is of paramount importance and can’t be stressed enough. Electrical Heating, Ventilation & Control (303) Apply Electrical Heating, Ventilation & Control filter

The threat from vermin damage of any kind is always a problem, which can be exasperated for installations in either rural locations or where access for vermin is unavoidable. In circumstances such as these,where damage can be expected, careful choice of the wiring system to limit or deter vermin should always be determined. Where damage has been found, especially in extreme cases such as this one, the potential for fire can be high, as well as increasing danger due to access to live parts. The use of metal/plastic conduit systems, trunking and armoured cables are all useful in protecting against vermin, but not always practicable, especially in domestic scenarios. After repairs are carried out, the installation of AFDDs could disconnect the circuit before any future damage could initiate a fire risk. AFDDs, however, won’t remove the vermin, so a call to a reputable pest controller would also be a good idea for the client. Codebreakers: Well, what can I say, there are modifications, and then there are “modifications”! The manufacturer may not allow this kind of modification to its boards, and we should stress that it shouldn’t be done. In this case, however, we have to look at the merits of the modification and the location. This dry lining type pattress box is being used in the absence of the correct barrier, which is most likely just a plastic shroud. This publication has been further updated to include two subsequent amendments to the IET Wiring Regulations as BS 7671:2018+A2:2022. A No, Codebreakers gives a scenario and suggested observations, followed by an infringement and a code. For a different circumstance, it may be that the inspector wishes to choose different observation wordings or a different code, this is a real-world requirement and inspectors always have this option, however it detracts from the level playing field approach that NAPIT is striving to achieve. Smart infrastructure integration - updated to cover installation considerations that are becoming increasingly complicated as EV charging needs to be compatible and integrated with a range of other systems and installationsNAPIT have officially released a digital version of their industry leading publication, EICR Codebreakers.

The 18th Edition is a major update to this title and contains extensive changes to many areas of BS 7671. The prospect of anything larger being there would need a call to pest control and not anything the electrical designer could foresee in a general installation. Things become a little more in-depth with thatched roofs, farms and remote installations, but the considerations here are generally confined to conductor and cable damage from wildlife. It is essential to all those concerned with the design, installation and maintenance of electric wiring in buildings.The initial information has been extended and now covers more information to guide contractors, inspectors, and clients through the pitfalls of this highly technical area of the industry.