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    the new iet model forms, how do you interpret them

    incidentally, you will find easycert also follow the new style IET forms, however there is a function within the software to change it back to 4 column if you desire
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    the new iet model forms, how do you interpret them

    wow, maybe need to slow it down if im not to get barked at here. i am aware that neutral is classed as a live. Im also aware that if you go to iet.org & look at their model form for an eicr you will see it is not the same as it used to be. It previously had 4 columns L-L which was for 3 phase...
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    the new iet model forms, how do you interpret them

    Hi all I noticed the new iet model forms no longer have live to neutral IR testing column. They do have L-L IR column, but im assuming thats for 3 phase, wondered what you guys think. all input appreciated
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    ECS Gold card

    Hmmm, I only just bothered to get the electricians card, but been in the game for 34 years & was NICEIC qualifying manager for a company for 10 years. These JIB mob sure have some dumb arse ideas. But seems none of us have any options but to play by their rules !!! & from what you say, would...
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    ECS Gold card

    Cheers guys, Although I just noticed they require me to have worked with the installation electrician for 2 years immediately prior to the JIB status request. Ive been out of the game for a while, no idea what proof they ask for of this !!!
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    ECS Gold card

    Cheers spinlondon, Im not sure what the requirements are for a change from goldcard installation sparks to an approved card are. For example I have my 17th & my 2394/5 is that good enough & do you think its worth the hassle? Cheers
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    ECS Gold card

    Just wondered if anyone knows whether its worth applying for a change of ecs card after passing 2394/5 exams. Do they just add it to the back of the gold card or does the front state something different & also cost & waiting time Tried ringing them, but their phone lines are as much use as an...
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    NAPIT Certification Scheme napit or NIC registration pros & cons

    Cheers guys, I guess stroma it is then
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    NAPIT Certification Scheme napit or NIC registration pros & cons

    Hi All Im considering joining Napit or NIC in order to self certificate. Just wondered if any of the pros have any advice which might be better (pros & cons) Thanks in advance
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    how much to pay for a new tester?

    Took your advice Teletrex and bought the 1553, Paid 370 but it had couple of extras so Im happy with the price. Came with software for PC, but I was hoping to use my android phone to at least gather the results even if I then have to transfer to main PC when Im back at the office. Was hoping you...
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    how much to pay for a new tester?

    Just wondered if anyone had any views on whats the average I should pay for a test meter that will perform pretty much everything needed for testing. i also like idea of test button on lead but not sure how many come with that function? cheers guys
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    Help with answers not in regs book or in my brain please

    good advice mr flanders, thanks guys
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    Help with answers not in regs book or in my brain please

    Thanks.Unless anyone can shed more light on it, Looks like im gonna have to settle for, because the regs say so. I Just like things to make sense (-: If the RCD is going to trip anyway then it dont make sense to me that individual circuits are required to have zs in accordance with each...
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    Help with answers not in regs book or in my brain please

    Hi Andy, Like I said Im studying & been out of game for a while, so hope what Im saying makes sense! But, Im guessing that if an RCD of 30mA as mainswitch is in a board then its giving you fault protection whether it was installed for that reason or not. So, if Im testing a circuit attached to...
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    Help with answers not in regs book or in my brain please

    Hi Andy78, Im just going by the fact that most domestic boards will now have a 30mA RCD which will give fault protection

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