Tag: C3 – Improvement Recommended

9th April 2023

EICR Coding Guide

EICR Coding Guide The most often asked questions amongst electricians are regarding what EICR code should be assigned to an item when found on an inspection. Sadly, there is no single official IET BS7671 ‘EICR coding guide’, and as such there can often be a lot of misinformation (and misinterpretation) of the requirements. This doesn’t help electricians and it certainly...

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14th February 2023

Armoured Cable Regulations

Armoured Cable Regulations SWA, or Steel Wire Armoured cable, stands out as a go-to choice for electricians in various settings due to its versatility. However, amidst its flexibility, there are specific regulations often overlooked yet crucial to ensuring its safe and effective application. Embark with us on an exploration into the Armoured Cable Regulations outlined in the 18th edition. Discover...

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5th December 2021

What EICR Code for No RCD?

What EICR Code For No RCD? BE AWARE, this guide is quite comprehensive and thus will be a long read. If you don’t have time to read everything when you just need a quick reference, just check the the Table Of Contents and it will guide you to what EICR code for no RCD applies to each specific requirement. When...

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9th November 2021

Main Earthing Conductor Regulations 2024

Please join our new Facebook group where you can continue the discussion and learning in a non-judgemental atmosphere! CLICK HERE – Electrical Assistance Facebook Group Main Earthing Conductor Regulations 2024 There is often a lot of confusion surrounding main earthing conductor regulations and how they should be applied when conducting 18th edition inspection & testing. Please note that this guide...

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6th March 2021

6.1: Additional protection for all low voltage (LV) circuits by RCD not exceeding 30mA

Additional Protection For All Low Voltage Circuits By RCD Not Exceeding 30mA Please join our new Facebook group where you can continue the discussion and learning in a non-judgemental atmosphere! CLICK HERE – Electrical Assistance Facebook Group This particular inspection is the first in the section relating to special locations. In this particular instance it relates to “locations which contain...

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27th October 2020

C3 – Improvement Recommended

*** Self Employed Electrician? Learn How To Win Work – CLICK HERE *** If you are completing an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) under the 18th edition of the wiring regulations BS7671, then this category of fault C3 – Improvement Recommended is for any type of fault which does not preset any form of danger to the installation. Therefore this...

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18th October 2020

3.6: Confirmation of main protective bonding conductor sizes

3.6: Confirmation Of Main Protective Bonding Conductor Sizes >>> Self Employed Electrician? FREE 1 Week “WIN WORK FROM FACEBOOK” Challenge – CLICK HERE <<< When undertaking 18th edition electrical inspections, whether part of an EIC (Electrical Installation Certificate) or an EICR (Electjrical Installation Condition Report), the third section, 3.xx is full of visual inspections that must be completed on the...

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11th October 2020

Provision Of RCD (not exceeding 30mA) for all socket-outlets of rating 32A or less

*** Self Employed Electrician? Learn How To Win Work – Click Here *** Checking that an “…RCD (not exceeding 30mA) has been fitted to all socket outlets of rating 32A or less” is another inspection in the 5th section of the 18th edition Inspection Schedule. A particularly easy inspection to complete, this is simply ensuring that the installation has an...

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15th April 2020

3.3: Provision of Earthing/Bonding Labels at all Appropriate Locations

3.3: Provision of Earthing/Bonding Labels at all Appropriate Locations *** Self Employed Electrician? Learn How To Win Work Here *** When undertaking 18th edition electrical inspections, whether part of an EIC (Electrical Installation Certificate) or an EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report), the third section, 3.xx is full of visual inspections that must be completed on the earthing arrangements and protective...

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15th April 2020

4.20: Confirmation That SPD is Functional

Confirmation That SPD is Functional *** FREE 1 Week Win Work From Facebook Challenge *** Checking for “Confirmation That SPD is Functional” is a hugely important inspection completed within the 4th section of the Inspection Schedule. Whilst this particular inspection is actually really simple, some care should be taken to ensure that the check is completed properly. Obviously this inspection...

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