I have an outside metal box housing an ip rated double gang socket, which isn't earth bonded.
Is this a problem?
Whilst I am chasing walls to add network and TV cables, I was going to add a network connection and maybe an alarm cable to this box(with another network connection on the inside), so that any future additions to the back of the house(CCTV or alarm accessories) can be added without drilling any walls.
I noticed that the box isn't earth bonded with anything.
As an 'extraneous metal part', should this box be bonded with 10mm earth cable? What is typical?
There is RCD protection and the house is on a PME supply.
Next year I plan to get a Electrical Periodic Inspection Report done on the house before I decorate, just in case there is anything wrong in that department before I do any serious decorating.
Is this unbonded box likely to be a fail on the report and require remedial action?
I could bond the box(or get an electrician in to bond the box if I am not allowed to do this myself) while the chase is open.
So, are metal enclosures typically be bonded outside? It is safe? Will I get a non compliance if it is not?
Thanks!
Is this a problem?
Whilst I am chasing walls to add network and TV cables, I was going to add a network connection and maybe an alarm cable to this box(with another network connection on the inside), so that any future additions to the back of the house(CCTV or alarm accessories) can be added without drilling any walls.
I noticed that the box isn't earth bonded with anything.
As an 'extraneous metal part', should this box be bonded with 10mm earth cable? What is typical?
There is RCD protection and the house is on a PME supply.
Next year I plan to get a Electrical Periodic Inspection Report done on the house before I decorate, just in case there is anything wrong in that department before I do any serious decorating.
Is this unbonded box likely to be a fail on the report and require remedial action?
I could bond the box(or get an electrician in to bond the box if I am not allowed to do this myself) while the chase is open.
So, are metal enclosures typically be bonded outside? It is safe? Will I get a non compliance if it is not?
Thanks!