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It needs to be obvious to other people that it would be a zone, so any socket, switch, spur, blanking plate as a reference.Does a 1G or 2G blanking plate create a safe zone?
Does it have to have wiring or even a box behind it?
Unless installed in metal conduitBehind a skirting board is against regs.
I often created safe zones by installing a wired socket. Not to sure about a blank plate on its own. In practice would work but strictly speaking does, nt qualify in my viewDoes a 1G or 2G blanking plate create a safe zone?
Does it have to have wiring or even a box behind it?
I often created safe zones by installing a wired socket. Not to sure about a blank plate on its own. In practice would work but strictly speaking does, nt qualify in my view
You could write a warning message on the inside of the blanking plate!I agree. Anyone looking behind the cover plate would see no cables and probably not realise it was there to indicate a zone.
It is very common in old properties, mostly as they have lath & plaster walls that are utter s*** to try and fix anything in to.I have only come across sockets in skirting board on older properties with that really tall skirting boards
I'm not an electrician, but it's essential to ensure that electrical work is done safely and meets the necessary regulations. While I can't provide a definitive answer, it's a good idea to consult a qualified electrician or local authorities to determine whether the wiring behind the skirting board complies with safety codes.
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