When or if you complete a minor works cert for like for like replacements do you test every point for R1+R2 and ZS to find furthest point of circuit or just at accessory you have replaced. I discussed this with an other spark, i just test at accessory and note on cert what ive done but he says...
Hi,
Had a 4kw system installed on the 3rd, and it has not gone quite how I expected. My uneasy feeling is that by now, reading this forum I might know more than the people who did the work - and that concerns me.
I will list a few issues and provide more details if you think I might have a...
Hi, my boss is telling me to install fuse spurs on a minor works which he says involves breaking into the ring main and fitting the spur at top of stairs. I cant see a problem ! when there is no accessible ring he is now telling me to stright to the DB and fit new cable in with ring main...
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Evening chaps
Been working for myself for a while now, all going well so far, until this morning, been changing light fittings for customers in domestic installations and issuing minor works cert as long as everything ok Ie all tests and bonding present, etc this morning found house not to have...
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this is my first post, ive been asked to change the just the live meter tail because the last owner had choc boxed it, its like for like 25mm all bonding ok i would just like to check this is minor
many thanks
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Sliced my arm on some beading today.
Stung like nobody's business, especially when I poured TCP on it! And I'm ashamed to say that it made me say a naughty word!
A few butterfly stitches and my arm is as good as new...........ish
Hi Guys,
Long time lurker on the forum but first actual post.
Just a quick query realy.
I have been asked to move a light switch from one end of a wall to the other thereby making the switch closer to the light, so the current switch wire can be re-used. I would have to cut it shorter as it is...
Evening all.
Recently became a DI with the NIC. Just got my first batch of certs through and had some simple questions.
The fire alarm cert has some tests on there such as sound levels etc. Are we actually required to do these tests on a domestic installation? Ive fitted plently of alarms...
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anyone know the correct wordings or scenarios for limitations on a minor works for not doing the ir or r1 + r2 test ..
.like unable to take cover off db or cannot fully isolate db etc
Hi folks, have done a repair job on a lighting circuit in a detached garage; a minor works cert is required. Set up is as per this photo (putting aside that an upgrade is recommended and just focussing on this lighting circuit):
Am filling out minor works cert. Would be grateful for a...
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A friend has a detached garage with a dedicated circuit for the garage light and an outside security light.
From the notes under Part P it says:
Notification is not required if wiring to such outdoor equipment; (i) is not a new circuit, and (ii) passes directly through an outside wall in to the...
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Just doing some certificates and noticed two minor works for one bathroom job. One for shower replacement with new switch, one for light and lv fan. Part P certs both exactly the same,'circuit alteration or addition in special location'. Do I need to send two? Just a thought rather than a prob...
Hi, first post so hope i get it right.
Just got qualifications after 35 years in printing and looking to do some straightforward non notifiable work, a friend wants some ceiling downlighters changed in hall and landing. I am planning to use a minor works certificate. going to check earth...
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What do you usually put on a minor cert regarding tests for main RCD replacement?Looks like Zs,insulation and RCD times would be about it.Also looks like it has been incorrectly wired from new with its neutral going to the non-RCD neutral bar but it is faulty,won't stay on with L & N on load...
I am currently doing work that will require a Minor Works Certificate on completion.
The property I am working in is council owned and the occupant is currently in hospital.
Due to the amount of work being undertaken ALL of the rooms have been previously filled with furniture etc.
My...
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A quick chat to a NIC spark the other day popped up with this conundrum !
He say's ...... When extending a circuit that requires notification ! eg.....Couple of spots and an extract fan in a bathroom fed from an original circuit......... A full Installation certificate is required ?...... He...
hi,im hoping someone can give some advice,am i right in saying that when doing a minor job ie additional socket on a ring circuit then the whole circuit has to be tested for insulation resistance.im asuming that this requires removing circuit cables in consumer unit and removing any connected...
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I have done a socket addition on a ring circuit for my minor job for the assessment. The CU is a 16th edition board where downstairs & upstairs rings are on the RCD side and the light circuits aren’t protected by RCD. Would this work be suitable for the assessment and what kind of questions...
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