Discuss DICR - Split load boards in HMOs in the Periodic Inspection Reporting & Certification area at ElectriciansForums.net
How would you code for circuits not protected by RCD in HMOs, the circuits being, lighting, water heaters and storage heating?
I'm thinking code 3, my main concern is the switch drops having no protection, just wondered if others agree.
I really don't agree to going round giving C3 codes to old lighting circuits just because they don't have RCD protection.
When was the property wired?
Didn't know Regulations gave advise on Code designation what page is this on. Code FI it.
As a post script to the above, assume no more for I have been an electrician for 35 years, the last 25 of those carrying out PIRs and EICRs. The last 20 of those years as a Technical Manager, it is ridiculous I have not seen this before but hey ho no excuses. Will continue to put in Code FI as this is exceeding the recommended Code 3, on what page was that again:6:
As a post script to the above, assume no more for I have been an electrician for 35 years, the last 25 of those carrying out PIRs and EICRs. The last 20 of those years as a Technical Manager, it is ridiculous I have not seen this before but hey ho no excuses. Will continue to put in Code FI as this is exceeding the recommended Code 3, on what page was that again:6:
As a post script to the above, assume no more for I have been an electrician for 35 years, the last 25 of those carrying out PIRs and EICRs. The last 20 of those years as a Technical Manager, it is ridiculous I have not seen this before but hey ho no excuses. Will continue to put in Code FI as this is exceeding the recommended Code 3, on what page was that again:6:
Some toys are clearly being thrown from prams for some reason. Mr Sparks I am employed by a company which has a varied, nationwide client base some of which have varying types of installation, types which may require individual requirements. We rarely delve into the non commercial domestic sector and as such our Reports reviewed by the client who employ people well versed in current requirements. It is at this point of the process where they further investigate whether additional protection by way of rcd/s may be beneficial, often on an individual basis. Of course I understand our interpretation of Code FI may somewhat stray from the meaning in BS7671 it never the less helps our client make their own considered judgement.
Mr 3333 could you back up your statement where you state FI is wrong. I have openly admitted to overlooking the statement in BS7671, page 427 where Code 3 is referred to. This reference however is clearly a prompt to at least make mention of the absence of additional rcd protection by giving a MINIMUM Code 3 classification. The allotting of these Codes is based on personal judgement and if one chose to they could put it in Code 1, 2, FI or 3. I await your reinforcement of your statement.
The allotting of these Codes is based on personal judgement and if one chose to they could put it in Code 1, 2, FI or 3. I await your reinforcement of your statement.
It is at this point of the process where they further investigate whether additional protection by way of rcd/s may be beneficial, often on an individual basis.
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