cheers for this mate. well seeing as we have to to test to GN3 and 7671 then id assume they would want to see it but apparently not unless you opt for their extra "pir assessment" which means you can do pir's only if you have this assessment in place! Apparently you cannot do pir under standard full scope part p assessment!
did you do pir assessment too out of interest for them to ask for GN3?
i think id rather show my 1997 edition GN3 and show proof of my pre-order of GN3 edition 6 than buy the current GN3 edition 5 as it will be useless in a few weeks and its nearly chrimbo!
[h=2]What is required to carry out a Periodic?[/h] It is agreed and generally accepted that an above average knowledge of electrical installations is required to carry out Periodic Inspections, usually gained through years of experience on top of formal qualifications (eg. C&G 2391).
[h=2]ELECSA[/h] ELECSA will therefore only be offering assessments of competence to undertake Periodic Inspection and Testing to its Scheme A (full scope) registered contractors.
[h=2]What do I need to carry out Periodics with ELECSA?[/h] The process will involve the contractor either having a periodic assessment added onto his surveillance visit, or having it as a stand-alone assessment.
The contractor will be expected to have, in addition to the requirements of Part P:
- City & Guilds 2391
- IEE Guidance Note 3
- A minimum of 2 Periodic Inspection reports for review.
- A site visit will be made where a full and comprehensive Periodic Inspection has taken place
Any non-compliances will be notified to the contractor and advice given for them to address the issues raised.
[h=2]What happens when I have passed my Periodics Assessment with ELECSA?[/h]
- The contractor will then be able to electronically notify ELECSA of work done in the same way as with Part P. However, ELECSA will not notify building control as Periodic Inspections are not controlled under Building Regulations.
- The landlord or other person ordering the work will get the peace of mind that they have had work done by an independently assessed company.
- 3 yearly surveillance visits will be required.
- It is important to note that complaints received by ELECSA on the standard of the Periodic carried out will be investigated thoroughly and could potentially result in the withdrawal of a company’s approval.
[h=2]How much does it cost?[/h] ELECSA charges for Periodic Assessments:
- You need to take a Periodic Assessment when you take your Part P assessment, and the additional cost will be £240 + VAT (a total of £610 + VAT) for the initial assessment. For surveillance visits (which are only every 3 years) the additional cost is just £100 + VAT (a total of £470 + VAT when applied for and paid for together).
- Notification of Periodic Inspection - £1.50+VAT
THE ASSESSMENT APPROVAL PERIOD LASTS FOR 3 YEARS. YOU DO NOT REQUIRE AN ANNUAL ASSESSMENT ON YOUR ABILITY TO DO PERIODICS.
