I presume EFLI's point is that, although it appears in the Wiring Regulations, it is in no way an "electrical regulation" - if anything, it is a "fire regulation". Related true electrical regulations would be those that sought to reduce the risk of the contents of the CU enclosure starting an 'electrical fire'. The regulation we're talking about seeks only to reduce/slow the spread of fire after it has started - what has that got to do with electricity?Unfortunatly it is, whether we like it or not!The point is, it is not an electrical regulation.
I would like to confirm the above as I am utterly fed up with this so-called new regulation (which has nothing to do with the electrical regulations) and the stupidity which has ensued.
If it was acceptable then it still is - within reasonable time restraints.and a previously acceptable cabling for the cooker and electric shower must be upgraded
No one knows what non-combustible means in this regard.Could someone explain the new requirements,
They don't.and how they apply retrospectively to previously acceptable installations
As you have stated - yes.or am I being taken for a ride?
Also, there is no requirement for nor any such thing 'Electrical Safety Inspections' for flats although you have a duty of care to ensure it is safe for use.
There is an Electrical Installation Condition Report, which is the same for any installation and is very detailed, so if what you had done cost less than £150 I would maintain it has not been carried out properly and is no more than a blame-shifter.
There's no such thing.What I need is a Landlord's electrical safety report
Consumer units must be 'non-combustible' from January 2016.Could someone explain the new requirements, and how they apply retrospectively to previously acceptable installations - or am I being taken for a ride?
I've yet to be convinced that, in terms of the 'big picture', it is a significant 'thing' even dawn south.Surprise, surprise we rarely get calls to CU fires that require isolating, I think in the last five years we have had two in this patch. ... To me it seems as though it is a London thing (dawn south)
Torque Screwdrivers!I can't help but wonder whether the same investment in some other safety-related direction might not save a lot more lives/injuries
Apparently you guys can be trusted to tighten your screws, and we can'tWhat I find odd as well (possibly I've mentioned it before) is that cut-outs and meters will continue to be made out of the plastics they now are.
What I find odd as well (possibly I've mentioned it before) is that cut-outs and meters will continue to be made out of the plastics they now are.
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