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Being devils advocate here. A qualified electrician has seen a potential fire hazard and has gone the extra mile to make the Landlord aware of it from the point of safety.
Extension leads for appliances that have current draw such has washing machines dish washers and tumble driers should never ideally be connected through an extension lead.
So we know its not an ideal solution.
He has chosen to report this on his EICR.
Its not part of the fixed wiring agreed.
But he has sufficient concern over the safety aspect to fail the installation on the basis that a better solution is sought, possibly an additional socket for the machine closer to the one currently used.
And he has done this because he doesn't want to walk away with an its not my problem attitude.
What does the washing machine manufacturer have to say about using there products on XT leads ??
How much will it cost to rectify the problem and have peace of mind for the tenants safety.
Just putting it out there guys.
If it's a well made extension cable with a good quality plug and socket then there should be no issue. It sounds like it is only of minimal length.
And it can be tested either as part of ISITEE, or at the same time as the fixed installation, to ensure it is safe for use. Preferably with a high current earth-bond test.