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Q & A of the Day – Replacing a domestic CU, should the existing final circuits’ test values be on the schedule?
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Q & A of the Day – Replacing a domestic CU, should the...

Ray asks this question about certifying a replacement consumer unit (CU) in terms of existing circuits. It has...
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Q & A of the Day – Must I carry out IR testing on lighting circuits, as this would mean disconnecting every luminaire?
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Q & A of the Day – Must I carry out IR testing on lighting...

John asks this question about whether it is necessary to complete an insulation resistance (IR) test on...
Q & A of the Day – When replacing a domestic CU, should the test values be on the schedule of test results?
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Q & A of the Day – When replacing a domestic CU, should...

Dave asks this question about certifying a domestic consumer unit (CU) replacement. It has been answered by...
Q & A of the Day – Can I calculate the Ze of this supply transformer system without measurement?
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Q & A of the Day – Can I calculate the Ze of this supply...

Ben asks this question about whether he can calculate the supply impedance of a system comprising LV panels...
Q & A of the Day – Will 10mm2 SWA sub-mains cable to OK for this ‘eco house’?
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Q & A of the Day – Will 10mm2 SWA sub-mains cable to OK...

Ray asks this question about whether the sub-mains arrangement is acceptable for the loading of the new...
Q & A of the Day – With this bathroom fan installation, must I include a fused spur for protection?
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Q & A of the Day – With this bathroom fan installation, must...

Norm asks this question, which concerns a bathroom fan installation as part of a lighting circuit - and its...
Q & A of the Day – Is this metal shed’s electrical arrangement acceptable?
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Q & A of the Day – Is this metal shed’s electrical...

Eddie asks this question about an electrical supply and earthing system to a metallic shed. It has been...
Q & A of the Day – Is it OK to parallel three smaller sub-main cables, rather than using two large cables?
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Q & A of the Day – Is it OK to parallel three smaller...

Phil has asked this question about whether three four-core cables in parallel can be used in place of two...
Q & A of the Day - Which code of practise covers the provision of electrical power to a fire pump?
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Q & A of the Day - Which code of practise covers the...

Ray asks this question, which concerns the code of practise covering electrical power to a stationary fire...
Q & A of the Day – Should I use a banjo with earth link on SWA cable at both ends – even if not used as a CPC?
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Q & A of the Day – Should I use a banjo with earth link on...

Ray asks this question about whether a banjo having an earth link be used on SWA cable at both ends, even if...
Q & A of the Day – The bathroom lights dim when an electric shower is turned on – why is this?
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Q & A of the Day – The bathroom lights dim when an...

Hamish asks this question about bathroom lighting that dims when the electric shower is turned on, and the...
Q & A of the Day – With this solar PV system, should its PME conductors have been upgraded?
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Q & A of the Day – With this solar PV system, should its PME...

John asks this question, which is about a PME-connected solar PV installation, and whether it meets BS 7671...
Q & A of the Day - When this electric shower is switched on, the bathroom lights go dim. What is the reason for this?
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Q & A of the Day - When this electric shower is switched on,...

Martin asks this question about a bathroom in which the lighting dims when the electric shower is switched on....
Q & A of the Day – Is it necessary to use rubber safety mats for live working on electrical panels?
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Q & A of the Day – Is it necessary to use rubber safety mats...

Mike asks this question, which concerns whether rubber safety mats should be specified for when working live...
Q & A of the Day – Is it possible to use flexible metallic conduit drop to wall socket outlets?
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Q & A of the Day – Is it possible to use flexible metallic...

Mike asks this question, which concerns the suitability of employing flexible metallic conduit within a gypsum...
Q & A of the Day – Am I right about Ene3 energy monitoring requirements in terms of the displays needed?
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Q & A of the Day – Am I right about Ene3 energy monitoring...

Mark asks this question, which concerns Ene3 energy monitoring and the display requirements for it. His...
Q & A of the Day – Is 300/500V cable OK for 400V circuits or not?
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Q & A of the Day – Is 300/500V cable OK for 400V circuits or...

Colin asks this question, which concerns cable voltage ratings, specifically 300/500V cabling. It has been...
Q & A of the Day – If no access is achievable, and when only installing a single circuit, what to do when the fuse rating is unknown?
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Q & A of the Day – If no access is achievable, and when only...

John asks this question, which is about the limitations on a domestic electrical installation certificate...
Q & A of the Day – Is it legal for us to carry out this installation work? Or do we have to employ a contractor?
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Q & A of the Day – Is it legal for us to carry out this...

Matt asks this question, which concerns whether he is competent to legally carry out electrical installation...
Q & A of the Day – Should I disconnect every luminaire to carry out an IR test on a lighting circuit?
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Q & A of the Day – Should I disconnect every luminaire to...

Colin asks this question, which concerns insulation resistance (IR) testing and whether every luminaire...
Q & A of the Day – Why is it, that when the electric shower is turned on, the lights dim?
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Q & A of the Day – Why is it, that when the electric...

Ray Smith asks this question concerning bathroom lighting that dims when the electric shower is turned on, and...
Q & A of the Day - What are the correct emergency lighting legends to use, as there is confusion here?
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Q & A of the Day - What are the correct emergency lighting...

Lyle asks this question, which concerns the right pictogram to use with emergency lighting exit signs. It...
Q & A of the Day – Where risk assessments are mentioned, does this always mean ‘Fire Risk Assessment’?
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Q & A of the Day – Where risk assessments are mentioned,...

Graham asks this question, which concerns emergency lighting in terms of fire risk assessments. It has been...