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Hi, Doing a PIR on a small office that has the lighting circuits (all small runs) wired in 1.5 6242-Y protected by 16A BS 88 fuses. This seems to fall just outside of the max for this cable so I'm looking at a code 4-any thoughts or opinions? Thanks in advance.

Hi, What is the general consensus on a PIR code for a consumer unit with the bottom edge of the busbar unshrouded (old MEM). Thanks in advance

Hi All, Is the use of these fires still acceptable? ie the elements behind the front grill are actually exposed live parts. Came across a few on a periodic and I'm leaning towards a code 1-any thoughts??? Thanks in advance.

Hi all, Just need to gather a few opinions on interpretation of regulation 514-10-01 My boss insists that I record a code 4 for any 3-phase distribution boards not fitted with a 'DANGER 400V' label. I pointed out that the regulation mentions situations where a higher voltage would not...

Hi guys, on a PIR, should EVERY ground floor socket outlet be rcd protected? If so, would any not protected be a code 1 ? Thanks in advance!

Taken this morning, I'm told a spanner had been left on one of the busbars. The singles are 240mm and apparently protected by a 1250A device!! The flash damage extended into 2 adjacent enclosures and the guy that energised it amazingly received nothing but a fright and a ringing in his ears...

Hi guys, What dictates the use of rubber matting on switchroom floors, is it just good practice or is it part of the EAW reg's? Thanks in advance for any answers!

Came across this on a periodic-5 fluorescent fittings straight from the mcb, no local switching. Although no-doubt this is bad practice, I can't find a specific regulation that it contravenes-any suggestions?

Hi guys, Great forum here!! Got my 2391 and just passed an interview for a test and inspection job-mostly periodics. Apart from the obvious multi function meter, guidance note 3, reg's and hand tools, are there any other items that I should add to my kit to cover most eventualities-I like...