Re-test notice dilemma

[Risteard]

It should already have one if every time additional circuit(s) or minor works took place the distribution board/consumer unit could be covered with them.

No it wouldn't as there only needs to be one label.

 

[Toneyz]

But a periodic inspection (EICR) is not taking place on the rest of the installation.

 

[Risteard]

But a periodic inspection (EICR) is not taking place on the rest of the installation.

No-one suggested it was - that's not what the label indicates.

 

[Midwest]

Shame Crossroads is not shown, on weekends.

 

[Ian1981]

Shame Crossroads is not shown, on weekends.

Is neighbours on by any chance?

 

[Toneyz]

Shame Crossroads is not shown, on weekends.

This is more like Eldarao

 

[Midwest]

The neighbours have gone out, not that I'm watching them through the net curtains.

 

[Toneyz]

Shame Crossroads is not shown, on weekends.

This is more like Eldorado

 

[Midwest]

This web site does some weird things, crazy things!

 

[Richard Burns]

Having now re read the WR it does state that the periodic notice shall be applied following work completed in accordance with chapters 61 and 62 i.e. initial verification and periodic inspection.
In the OSG it states that the notice should be completed on the initial verification and updated on each periodic inspection.

If we were to apply the WR wording with the meaning of initial verification being the inspection and testing of any electrical work including additions and alterations then this would mean that any change made to the electrical installation that would require an installation certificate would require the notice updating.

However I would refute this on the grounds of absolute stupidity on the part of the IET.
I believe it should mean only the first initial verification of a new installation and any EICR.
If I move a light fitting and provide a minor works certificate (i.e. initial verification) then I should complete or update the periodic inspection notice, however I have insufficient knowledge of the entire installation to be able to provide a meaningful retest date therefore it would be inappropriate to make any written claim to this effect.
If the work you have done is sufficient to provide a meaningful assessment of the installation then it may be sensible to update the notice.

 

[Midwest]

Well I'm not going to stick a label on the CU for Mrs Miggins new socket outlet, so there.

PS She's lucky to get a cert'!

 

[Ian1981]

Well I'm not going to stick a label on the CU for Mrs Miggins new socket outlet, so there.

PS She's lucky to get a cert'!

Amen brother

 

[Toneyz]

This web site does some weird things, crazy things!

You started it regarding defunct soap operas.You'll be on about Brookside and Albion Market next.

 

[Midwest]

You started it regarding defunct soap operas.

Get to the Chopper!