I've been asked to change a CU. However the existing CU and cables breaks the 150mm (location of CU to gas pipe) and 50mm (circuit cables into CU) separation rules to mains gas pipe.
I've informed the client of the issue and they've told me that the pipe work is being moved in a few months when the boiler gets replaced. I don't doubt this as the boiler is in a bad position and looks old.
Now my question is can I replace the CU knowing that I've broken the rules and make a note on the EICR and CRIS about the pipe work or should I tell them that the work can't be carried out until the pipe work is removed.
I did offer the option of moving the CU but where the property is a first floor flat rerouting all circuits would be costly.
Cheers,
Chris.
I've informed the client of the issue and they've told me that the pipe work is being moved in a few months when the boiler gets replaced. I don't doubt this as the boiler is in a bad position and looks old.
Now my question is can I replace the CU knowing that I've broken the rules and make a note on the EICR and CRIS about the pipe work or should I tell them that the work can't be carried out until the pipe work is removed.
I did offer the option of moving the CU but where the property is a first floor flat rerouting all circuits would be costly.
Cheers,
Chris.