EICR Coding query

[Deleted account]

I would C1. Either fix it there and then or do not re energise.

 

[westward10]

What Zs did you get.

 

[SG_Electrical]

What Zs did you get.

Couldn't even get tester to run a test as there was no connection to earth. No bonding from that board so couldn't even get a reading using parallel paths

 

[pc1966]

The Best Practice Guide #4 has C2 for missing/ineffective earth:

• Absence of a reliable and effective means of earthing for the installation
• Absence of a circuit protective conductor for a circuit, other than a lighting circuit, supplying Class I equipment
• Absence of earthing at a socket-outlet
• Absence of effective main protective bonding of extraneous-conductive-parts entering the premises

They only have C1 for exposed live parts or incorrect polarity.

But it is something that has to be put in writing to the client (and occupier, if different) as it is clearly a high risk of any additional fault being potentially fatal.

 

[westward10]

What do think it should be Coded as.

 

[andyb]

Yes, and as I say i know exactly what needs doing to put it right. I just have never come across a board with no main earth connection so am struggling to find the appropriate reg/code.

You need to forget the fact that it's a board, you have a circuit (the supply to the board) without a cpc. Therefore ADS is not being met. The Zs is too high and there is no earth fault protection. Code 2.
None of the final circuit from the board will have acceptable Zs or disconnection times. All code 2.

 

[Pretty Mouth]

and also that the RCD is serving no purpose

The RCD will still provide additional protection where required. You still need a CPC to meet requirements for ADS

 

[SG_Electrical]

Thanks for the replies gents, much appreciated. I've coded as a c2 and written on the report that it needs to be rectified as a matter of urgency. I was probably overthinking the reg. number aspect rather than just calling a spade a spade. Much appreciated ?