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    new changes and requirements for joining a governing body.

    Hi there, can anyone please point me in the right direction. Im trying to join NICEIC as its well recognised. They somehow are reluctant to email me the requirements. I actually went there Luton HQ apart from one guy the rest were useless giving conflicting info. Just made me more confused. I...
  2. P

    Part P changes - from electrician to kitchen fitter

    Progress yes or no?
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    changes to Part P

    Has anyone heard of the changes to Part P that are coming into force? Work in areas such as Kitchens now now not require notification to building control. Wasn't work
  4. baldelectrician

    Landlord changes in Scotland - good for electricians

    I posted this in the Arms as it has not been implemented yet and I don't want the landlord lobby watering it down. There is going to be a requirement for landlords in Scotland to provide a "Tenant Information Pack" to every new tenancy starting from 1st May 2013. How does this affect...
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    Changes to Part P

    Hi Guys, Anyone seen the full implications of the Part P changes that come into force April? I have just been reading issue 14 of SPARK from the ECA where the details are on the front page. The biggest shock was watering down Part P so that kitchen work becomes non-notifiable - what a joke...
  6. O

    Part P changes "mandatory" Insurance!!

    I was reading Sparks last night and is it just me but is this ill thought through idea of the "mandatory" insurance just a bad idea? I can just imagine the conversation with Mrs Jones: Sparky - "of course this Part P includes your insurance" Mrs Jones "what insurance?" Sparky "in case of...
  7. W

    More Part P Changes Due On 6th April 2013 ???

    There are changes due to the scope of Part P Notifiable Job list, which will come into force on April 6th this year. Just read the latest Elecsa magazine 'Spark' which has a summary of these changes. I'm still a little unsure about how to deal with the following eg:- Installation of new...
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    Part P changes April 2013

    I recently emailed Elecsa concerning the changes to Part P, specifically the 3rd party sign off and got the following response: In the new version of Approved Document P, which can be freely downloaded from a variety of sites, it states the following on 3rd party notification: “Before work...
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    6th April 2013 Changes in ESR Dom Installer Registration requirements

    just some info to pass on.(thanks to NICEIC for the info) Its regarding the 6th April 2013 deadline to apply to the register with just 17th Edition exam pass. In case anyone was unsure what was required by applicants after the deadline. Today I messaged NICEIC online chat enquiry with the...
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    "Signing off" work?

    Hi all, Just a quick question regarding periodic inspections. My father has bought a flat which he is going to rent out. I have replaced the consumer unit and carried out a periodic inspection to ensure all is safe. I am fully qualified but not registered with NAPIT or NICEIC, therefore I...
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    Changes to Part P and notifiable work

    So there's been lots of talk and the draft document has been posted. So what if anything have the schemes published as yet??
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    Joining a Scheme - Is it worth it

    Hi all I have my Elecsa assesment booked for 19th Dec and am now having serious doubts as to whether its worth joining a scheme at all. Recent research led me to the government review of Part P released in April 2012. I'm not sure if it has been amended or scrapped since? With the type of...
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    Elecsa: Government changes to our scheme authorisation.

    Government changes to our scheme authorisation The following information will affect all contractors registered on our Part P competent persons scheme. In June 2012 the department for Communities and Local Government (CLG) introduced its new authorisation criteria for Certification...
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    kitchen changes / cooker cable / ring usage

    Hi All I’m looking into a job for a client where they have completely gutted their kitchen. Old cable hanging from ceiling you know how it is. Here’s my question. Client wants to install 2 electric ovens (3.76kw) apiece and an electric induction hob at 4kw...total of 11.52kw !!. (he does a lot...
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    Pv fit changes

    Can some one confirm what the FIT rates will be for new installations installed after the 31st October. or has it been delayed and will remain at 16p for a 4Kwp system. Tanks in advance for your help.
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    Nothing changes !!

    Well after a break of nearly 4 months from the forum last week i decided to join in again. Conclusion is not great im afraid as i still see most posts ending in Electrical Trainee or a new one 17 day wonder, still see newbies coming in and instantly getting shot down because they dared not use the right...
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    VAT rate changes?

    Hi I came across this story on bbc website BBC News - UK to fight energy product ruling wondering whether anyone on here knew whether the rate has changed on energy products, is going to change or might change? If they're going to force another 15% on the price to the customer then its...
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    Massive changes to G83 rules for solar PV installations needing advance permission

    A new draft version of the G83/2 regulations has been released for consultation including major changes to the rules about when advance permission is needed for connecting a solar PV system to the grid. These changes have massive implications for the industry as a whole, but particularly for...
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    Consumer unit changes

    What's the going rate for a 10 way consumer unit change with upgraded tails these days? I seem to be getting ndercut left right and centre at the minute!
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    REAL email on FIT changes

    Was just reading the email sent over from REAL, in it they talk about the digressions etc but oddly they refer to a small system between 0-10kw Is it 16p now for system between 0-10kw, feel lost now with all the changes. The Government's consultation response also set out the cost reduction...

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