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Oops, misread. I was thinking about something else. Thanks Spark :)

I've come across downlght fittings that were originally MR16 SELV and don't have a cpc connection point. Then they've been converted to a GU type lamp at a later time which renders them non compliant with the regs.

I've seen plenty of GU10 downlighters with terminals for cpc but no link to the metal casing. Classed as double insulated.
 
Ive had a similar one, and not wanting remedial work done, I came to the outcome of class 2 fittings and a warning sticker on the db....
In the situation it was the only outcome.......
 
Post 22 reg.412.1.3 if its not used as sole protective measure ie use of rcd would it satisfy reg 412.2.3.2?
 
I see exactly your point! My problem was they wouldn't pay to do the remedials.....
Is this why the likes of the nic make the missing CPC stickers??
Otherwise I can't see the point!
 
Post 22 reg.412.1.3 if its not used as sole protective measure ie use of rcd would it satisfy reg 412.2.3.2?

RCD's are still classed as additional protection in all TN installations, and should never be used as the sole means of protection or to get over, or out of an installation problem, such as no CPC in lighting circuits etc....
 
The issue is a non-starter in a way.
You've informed the customer he has an issue with his lighting circuit yet he doesnt want to replace cables or change fittings.
I'd be shrugging my shoulders and walking out the front door leaving him with a EICR with a big fat fail on it.
 

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