building regs for sink

[nicsin02]

Hi guys I've just taken over a new housing job and the spark that was there before me has fitted a double socket and spur directly behind a sink in the utility, I know the building reg states that a double socket can't be fitted within 300mm of the basin of the sink but is this the same reg for the switched spur or a multi gang switch, thanks

 

[Marvo]

I don't think the usual bathroom zones apply to a sink but rather wait for confirmation from someone who knows the UK regs better.

 

[kingeri]

By behind a sink do you mean above it or in the cupboard below it?

 

[Elmer BeFuddled]

I'd stick to 300mm from either side of the sink/drainer with nothing above (which is easy as in most houses the sink is below a low window) and nothing directly below the basin, but OK underneath the drainer.

But that's just me.

 

[Amp David]

Just fit one of these and you'll be reet Google Image Result for http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/d/l225/m/mfXIA-ckb9BHQVgbjR7ulbA.jpg

 

[Richard Burns]

I do not think there are any specific regulations regarding sockets (or fused spurs) and sinks (so long as the sink is not in a bathroom), however any item installed has to be suitable for it's location and the external influences.
I think Amp David has it right!
I would say not really suitable for such a location, but that woud lbe up to the installing sparks assessment.

 

[Geordie Spark]

Hi guys I've just taken over a new housing job and the spark that was there before me has fitted a double socket and spur directly behind a sink in the utility, I know the building reg states that a double socket can't be fitted within 300mm of the basin of the sink but is this the same reg for the switched spur or a multi gang switch, thanks

Is it possible for these electrical fittings to be splashed with water when the sink is being used?