Published:
16 April 2008
Category:
Q&A
Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This one, concerning BS 7671 and shaver sockets, and whether it would be safer to provide an external switch, is answered by SELECT:
Question: Looking at the shaver sockets that are installed in bathrooms, these do not have any manual switch, but only an in-built automatic switch provided. This energises when the plug is inserted. Any internal fault may lead to 'mis-happenings'. Is it wise to provide a separate switch to control this shaver socket from outside the bathroom for extra safety?
Answer: No, a separate switch is not required. These units use electrical separation as the means of protection and any internal fault would be unlikely to lead to electric shock.
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