Commercial Archives - Intelec Electrical Contractors

Landlord Distribution
Gallery
Landlord Distribution

Commercial

Landlord Distribution

We where asked with how best to distribute power and electric meters to multiple flats. Firstly we had to see what space we had and as usual the Landlord room was small. Secondly ,we then had to start with the installation of a 12 way Bemco distribution unit. This multi-way incoming supply panel would supply the meters to the flats above. Our Third job was to install a trunking system. Finally, each flat had an Fused isolation switch installed and a steel wire cable ran to the flats above. After Testing and certification the Task was complete.

“Very tidy installation. just what we needed”

Contact us today to discuss your project

By admin|2020-08-21T10:02:21+01:00August 18th, 2020|Commercial|0 Comments

RCD Protection

In the new edition of BS7671 Chapter 41 examines the use of RCD protection on socket outlets.

The regulation now requires RCD protection in accordance with regulation 415.1 for socket outlets up to 20A and for mobile equipment with a current rating not exceeding 32A for outdoor use for all installations.

The only exceptions are, for socket outlets up to 20A, where the socket outlet is specifically labelled, or where a documented risk assessment determines that RCD protection is not necessary.

Chapter 61 makes a new reference to ‘skilled person (electrically only)’, which has the added condition of the person being competent in inspection, testing and certification work. It also notes that supplies up to 100 amps have a new, more detailed schedule of inspections.

Additionally, for installations greater than 100amps, a model list of items that require inspection during initial verification is provided in Appendix 6. This list, along with a documented risk assessment of any permitted exceptions to the list must be appended to the Electrical Installation Certificate and the declaration signed. Here at Intelec Electrical Contractors we take these recommendations into account when we carry out electrical installation safety reports, and carry out the necessary risk assessments and produce the reports required.

By admin|2020-08-19T12:18:38+01:00August 18th, 2020|Commercial, Domestic|0 Comments

Approved Electrician

As well as being an electrical installer we are often asked to carry out Electrical Safety Inspections.

With over 30 years experience in the electrical sector we have seen lots of installations which have been made worse as a result of a so called electrician carrying out repairs or additions. It never fails to amaze me how many potentially dangerous installations there are where so called electricians have worked on an installation or repair with little or no regard to safety or current regulations.

Expose Live Terminals

On one particular occasion I arrived at a location to carry out a full fixed wiring inspection and was instructed that everything I needed was in the basement. When i eventually located the room with the incoming supply in, I found the room had no working lights. Armed with my trusty torch I quickly located the mains-board and to my horror was greeted with two domestic boards stacked on top of each other. Not usually a problem but on this occasion there was no mains-cover and nothing to prevent direct contact with the live terminals.

Condemned

To make matters worse, the cables which were connected to the mains had not been routed through the cable knock outs but instead wired through the front of the board where the cover should go. Needless to say, this installation was condemned until the immediate improvements could be carried out.

Choose Carefully

This could have ended very differently. Live terminals are bad enough, but combined with no lighting in the same room, it is, simply, an accident waiting to happen. Whereas a lack of adequate lighting could almost be forgiven, exposed live terminals cannot. Choose your electrician wisely. Qualifications do not account for experience so always ensure your electricians are competent to carry out your electrical work safely.

By admin|2020-08-19T12:20:23+01:00August 18th, 2020|Commercial, Domestic|0 Comments