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Hi, I am new to this forum and can't find an exact match to my search.
I am new to testing and inspection and have come across a db mounted in a garage on the wall whereby the t and e's for all circuits are clipped direct to the wall before entering the ceiling approx 1m above.
Is this deemed as a C2 or C3 on test cert?

Thanks.
 
I have to ask, what’s your electrical experience and qualifications?
 
What do the regulations referenced in section 4.16 have to say about the example of wiring you are inspecting ?

Hi Andy. Thanks for your help on this. Really appreciated. I have re-read the sections in the regs and they refer to mechanical strain, not mechanical protection as I had read it earlier too hastily.
 
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The outer sheath is classed as mechanical protection. The environment the cables are installed in will dictate if it is sufficient mechanical protection. For example T&E clipped on a wall at high level with nothing around it would not warrant any code. T&E clipped just above a shelf used for heavy items may warrant a C2/3.

Thank you. I perceived the regs incorrectly.
 
A code maybe deemed necessary if the top of the consumer units IP rating (IP4X) is compromised where the cables enter the enclosure
 
might not warrant a code, unfortunately there isn't a code for an eyesore. it's R.A.F. ( Rough As F*CK)
 
On an older existing installs I am not overly fussed about clipped direct so long as it shows no evidence of damage.
I have clipped twin and earth in my garage from new been there for 30+ years and absolutely fine with this.
Same with older installs with non rcd on the lighting I am not overly concerned.
I have non rcd lighting.

Now if in the OP the cable sheathing was all chaffed and bashed up I would suggest so over capping
 

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