Cable damage by vermin
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In some locations cables can be susceptible to damage by vermin.
Damage can occur over considerable lengths of cable where rodents have gnawed away the sheath and insulation, resulting in exposure of the conductors.
Where exposed conductors are surrounded by rodents' nesting materials, which are generally combustible, there is a risk of fire. There is also a risk of shock to persons from direct contact with an exposed live conductor.
Evidence shows that rodents are not uniquely attracted to one type of cable. All types of cable, for example: thermoplastic (pvc), rubber and lead sheathed cables, seem susceptible to attack.
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NICEIC Group Limited
Warwick House
Houghton Hall Park
Houghton Regis
Dunstable
LU5 5ZX
Telephone: +44 (0)1582 531 000
Fax: +44 (0)1582 531 010 |
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