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    AM2S Metal Conduit Clarification

    Would like to know too, following thread.
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    EAL 7345 apprenticeship

    Have any of you completed this apprenticeship (with AM2S) or know anyone who has?
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    How can anyone think this is acceptable ...

    PFC? That's a challenge in a dead test. Not to mention phase rotation.
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    Why Earth before IR testing?

    Thanks for your help Richard Burns and the pic
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    Why Earth before IR testing?

    A sadly large number of sparks I have worked with have little respect for the regs. I do not share their views. As this became a requirement relatively recently, 10 years ago, perhaps some people have not kept up with the changes and do not see the importance of it. Let's say that and give them...
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    Why Earth before IR testing?

    Too right I'm confused. The question isn't specifically about SWA but taking that as an example, if there were a phase to armour fault that would be picked up even if the armour were not connected to earth.
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    Why Earth before IR testing?

    Much appreciate your answers so far but I don't feel anyone has actually given a compelling reason (other than the regs which I already quoted in the OP).
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    Why Earth before IR testing?

    A question for testers to settle a debate at work - GN3 & regulation 612.3.1 state that when doing insulation resistance, the CPC/armour of swa MUST be connected to Earth. Does anyone know why this is please?
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    Approved Electrician

    You can't get a JIB grade such as 'electrician' or 'approved electrician' unless you are nominated by a JIB company and hold valid qualifications. Ostensibly it's to maintain standards.
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    Investigation on massive electricity bills

    No one, ever, thinks they use a lot of electricity. Can only think of one case where a customer's (shop) supply was also supplying the shop next door. Every other time they have simply used a lot of leccy. And, personally, I am pleased they are getting hammered for it financially. Once you have...
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    New trainee. Is 4 month training realistic to get qualified?

    To answer OPs question, no it isn't.

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