BS 7671: 18th Edition Wiring Regulations – Study when you want and pass your exam when you're ready…
The two new definitions and one new regulation can be printed on less than half a page of A4 paper but in a new ten-page waste of paper document the IET have introduced the latest update to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations; BS 7671:2018+A3:2024, released on July 31, 2024, and should be followed right away. … Read more
As an electrician, you’re often called in to solve a range of electrical problems. From flickering lights to tripped circuits, these issues can be frustrating for your clients and sometimes difficult to find. This quick guide aims to provide you with practical tips and techniques for troubleshooting common electrical issues, ensuring you can diagnose and … Read more
In this post we are going to cover the often-misunderstood requirements for testing radial single-phase standard socket-outlet circuits here in the UK. A radial socket circuit starts at the consumer unit / distribution board ‘CU/DB’ and ends at the final socket on the circuit. Unlike a ring socket circuit, the wiring does not return to … Read more
Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) The UK Wiring Regulations, officially known as BS 7671, serve as the backbone of electrical installations here in the UK. This comprehensive document, often referred to as the electrical “rulebook,” or “the Regs” is essentially a set of standards and guidelines that dictate how electrical installation work should be carried out … Read more
Happy New Year and thank you for visiting today. These resolutions are not just for the start of the year but can be started at any time to improve your career. As we usher in a new year, it is the perfect time to set ambitious yet achievable goals for your career in the electrical … Read more
RCD description An RCD ‘Residual Current Device’ is an electrical device that monitors the current flowing through either an individual circuit such as with an RCBO ‘residual current operated circuit-breaker with integral overcurrent protection’ or when supplying multiple circuits usually within domestic installations using an RCCB ‘residual current operated circuit breaker without integral overcurrent protection’. … Read more
The 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) is the most important day to day non-statutory document for electricians as it provides guidance on complying with the legal requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 as well as the Health and Safety at Work Act. New or alterations to existing regulations within the 18th Edition … Read more
Arc fault detection devices ‘AFDDs’ are a type of electrical safety device that can help to prevent fires. They work by detecting arc faults, which are small electrical sparks that can occur in faulty or damaged electrical equipment or installations. These arc faults can cause fires if they are not detected and extinguished quickly. Regulation … Read more
Overloading your sockets is a common problem at home and can be a serious fire hazard. When you plug too many appliances into a single socket, it can cause the socket to overheat and eventually start a fire. What is Overloading a Power Socket? Overloading a power socket occurs when you plug in too many … Read more
Electrical periodic electrical inspections and testing is essential for identifying any potential hazards that may arise from wear and tear, damage or deterioration of the electrical installation and components. It is important to conduct such inspections in order to comply with the Electricity At Work Regulations (1989) which specify that the safety of people using … Read more