Electrician wired upstairs socket to downstairs circuit!

[RigidRaider]

We asked our sparks to install a spur off the upstairs ring for an extra socket. Today I discovered that it is controlled by the same circuit breaker as the kitchen and utility. Don't ask me how I found out - a change of pants was almost involved.

Is this a sin? Can I use this to beat him over the head with?

 

[JohnD]

You want to beat him with your pants?

It is preferable to have a marker label on the MCB at the CU to identify what it controls "Kitchen Sockets and FCU for Hot Tub" or whatever. It is a good idea to put a label on the outlet as well; in an attempt to prevent experiences like yours.

p.s. I suppose your CU does have clear labelling?

 

[RigidRaider]

Oh yes! Sparky himself kindly labelled the switches for us with his little label making machine. Then he did this.....

 

[securespark]

Err....What??

 

[industryspark]

technically its not breaking any regs as far as i can think but its not brilliant practice i admit...... the very least he should have done is attached a few labels warning you though.

.........but then again you should have tested dead before working on the circuit really, always expext the unexpected.