Very Quick 'Part P' question

[beatts]

Hi

My mate wants me to install a new light fitting and sockets in his lounge. I have done a fair bit of electrical work in the past, but I do not have Part P.

All I want to do is replace like for like. i.e remove the old light fitting and replace with a newer modern one, similarly with the sockets. There will be no moving or rerouting of cables.



Do I legally need to have Part P for this???

I know exactly what I am doing but I am looking at the legal aspects.

beatts

 

[davy_owen_88]

No you don't need 'part P'. Replacements are not notifiable anywhere in the house (assuming the circuit is suitable).

 

[Spark123]

Part P is part of the building regs, not a qualification . All electrical work in domestic dwellings in England/Wales needs to comply with part P. http://www.diynot.com/wiki/electrics:diy-electrical-work-and-the-law
The work you are intending to sounds like it is non-notifiable.

 

[beatts]

excellent, thanks for the help