What is an EICR for landlords In Glasgow?

 An EICR is a thorough inspection and testing of the electrical installation in a property, including the wiring, electrical fittings, and consumer unit (fuse box). The testing is carried out by a qualified electrician who will check the installation against the current version of the UK's Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).

The testing procedure for an EICR involves the following:

1. Visual inspection: The electrician will conduct a visual inspection of the electrical installation, looking for any obvious defects or signs of damage, such as cracked or damaged sockets, frayed wiring, or exposed cables.

2. Dead testing: The electrician will then conduct a series of tests on the electrical installation with the power turned off. This includes checking the continuity of the earth wiring and testing the insulation resistance of the wiring.

3. Live testing: Once the dead testing is complete, the electrician will turn the power back on and carry out a series of tests on the live electrical installation. This includes checking the polarity and earth loop impedance of the wiring, as well as testing the operation of residual current devices (RCDs) and circuit breakers.

4. Functional testing: The electrician will also test the functionality of all electrical fixtures and fittings, such as switches, sockets, lights, and appliances. This ensures that all electrical components are working correctly and safely.

5. Report: Once the testing is complete, the electrician will provide a detailed report that highlights any defects, damage, or safety concerns identified during the inspection. The report will also include recommendations for remedial work that may be required to bring the installation up to current safety standards.

In summary, electrical testing for an EICR involves a thorough inspection and testing of the electrical installation in a property, including a visual inspection, dead testing, live testing, functional testing, and a detailed report highlighting any defects or safety concerns. This testing ensures that the electrical installation is safe and meets current regulations, providing peace of mind for homeowners and tenants.

In the UK, there are several electrical tests that need to be carried out in a home to ensure that the electrical installation is safe and meets current safety standards. These tests include:

1. Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR): This is a comprehensive inspection and testing of the electrical installation in a property, including the wiring, electrical fittings, and consumer unit (fuse box). It is recommended that an EICR is carried out at least every 10 years for owner-occupied homes and every 5 years for rented properties.

2. Portable Appliance Testing (PAT): This is a test of portable electrical appliances in a property, such as laptops, TVs, and kitchen appliances. It is recommended that PAT testing is carried out annually in rented properties and as required in owner-occupied homes.

3. RCD Testing: Residual Current Devices (RCDs) are safety devices that protect against electric shock. It is recommended that RCDs are tested every 3 months in rented properties and annually in owner-occupied homes.

4. Smoke Detector Testing: Smoke detectors are essential safety devices that can save lives in the event of a fire. It is recommended that smoke detectors are tested monthly and replaced every 10 years.

5. Carbon Monoxide Detector Testing: Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas that can be produced by faulty gas appliances. It is recommended that CO detectors are tested monthly and replaced every 5-7 years.

It is important to note that these are minimum recommendations, and some situations may require more frequent testing or additional tests. It is also important to have all electrical work carried out by a qualified electrician and to keep all electrical certificates and test reports up to date.

Electricians new regulations (Scotland)

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WESThe Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has announced the IET Wiring Regulations BS 7671:2008 incorporating Amendment No. 3:2015 will be available in January 2015 in both print and digital formats. The amended IET Wiring Regulations, which sets out the national standard for which all new and amended electrical installations are to comply, will feature a number of important new changes and will be available from the IET from 5 January 2015. This latest amendment, the third following Amendment No.1 which was published back in 2011 and Amendment No.2 in 2013, will be published as a new consolidated book.

The amended regulations will include changes to the electrical condition report section, new requirements for mobile and transportable electrical units and changes for the installation of luminaries and light fittings – bringing them in line with the latest international and European standards. The amended IET Wiring Regulations will also include the new Regulation 421.1.200. This regulation requires that within domestic (household) premises, consumer units and similar switchgear assemblies shall comply with BS EN 61439-3 and shall have their enclosure manufactured from non-combustible material, or enclosed in a cabinet or enclosure constructed of non-combustible material and complying with Regulation 132.12.

This has been developed to safeguard against the risk of fire that can be produced from the overheating of connections in consumer units. Geoff Cronshaw, chief electrical engineer at the IET said: “The amended IET Wiring Regulations BS 7671:2008 incorporating Amendment No. 3:2015 will set the electrical standards for those professionals working in the electrical, construction and built environment industries. It is paramount that, as an organisation, the IET continues to ensure that electrical standards are up-to-date and relevant to the ever evolving requirements of the UK’s electrical industry. “What’s more, it is essential that all electrical industry professionals familiarise themselves with the amended IET Wiring Regulations when they are published in January 2015, to ensure that the work they do is compliant and, most importantly, is carried out in a safe and appropriate manner.”

 The IET will be making the amended Wiring Regulations available from 5 January 2015, both in print and via a digital subscription; more information and pre-orders are available now at www.theiet.org/amend3-books-pr.

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If you live in Clarkston Glasgow or Giffnock in the south side of Glasgow

In Scotland It’s technically known as a consumer unit but it’s more commonly referred to as a fuse board , main box or even a fuse box. They are the heart of a home’s wiring system; fuse boxes work to distribute electricity to circuits in the house.

Prior to the arrival of mini circuit breakers (MCBs), the older type of consumer unit feature a horizontal row of fuses. New consumer units are more pleasing on the eye, and they have “toggles” so when they trip they just need flipping back up. Needless to say they are much safer.

Pre-1950 fuse boxes still exist but their numbers are low, and because it’s common for them to have exposed live parts these units should always be regarded with caution.

Different types of consumer units and fusebox

There’s a wide range of consumer units available in the UK, from leading and well respected manufactures such as Volex, Legrand, Wylex, MK and Crabtree. Determining which type of unit that best suits your needs will depend on how many separate circuits you have in the home.

The basic types of domestic consumer units are:

• Main Switch Consumer Units
• Split Load Consumer Units
• Dual Residual Current Device (RCD)/ 17th Edition consumer unit
• High Integrity Boards

For security and aesthetics, consumer units tend to be located in out of the way places, for example in closets (but not clothing closets), basements and garages. However, they still need to be easily accessible.

New consumer unit regulations

New 17th edition wiring regulations were introduced for the UK in 2008, which required all circuits to have RCD protection. Since the new electrical wiring regulations were introduced, all new homes built in the UK have to be fitted with RCDs. These life saving devices are designed to protect against electrical fires and electric shocks, which can be fatal.

Although it is possible to make existing electrical installations in the home compliant, in most instances it’s easier, safer and ultimately more cost-effective just to remove the old fuse board and replace it with a modern consumer unit.

Switching to a new consumer unit

Consumer units must be installed by a certified Part P electrical contractor. Replacing an old fuse box in a typical three bedroom property should normally be completed in a day. day.

The electrical installation will need to be inspected and tested to ensure it is safe before the fuse box can be replaced with a new consumer unit. All cables will be upgraded and all circuits fully tested. An electrical installation certificate will only be issued after the job has been done and all tests are satisfactory.

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wednesday night what a lovely day it has been today here in Glasgow, as i am a fully qualified electrician i was working as that today making a buck, great day for me 4 jobs and over £700 profit not bad 2moro and friday look the same wooohooo, sadly bad day for my shares in gulf keyston and rmp, i have nearly 20k invested hoping to at least double that by the summer. if you are looking for an electrician in glasgow

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