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What UK Electricians Do And Their Registrations

Do you know what electricians do? Do you know what regulations they need to follow? How many times have you use an electrician without asking them for proof of their registrations and qualifications before allowing them to start work?<br><br>Electrical disasters can happen when a system is not checked or installed properly, this means an increase in the risk of injury, fire or even death, as a result. In 2013 and 2014 alone in the UK, more than two thousand, eight hundred homes had fires that were linked to electrical installation faults, which were carried out by unregistered electricians.

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What UK Electricians Do And Their Registrations

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  1. WHAT UK ELECTRICIANS DO WHAT UK ELECTRICIANS DO AND THEIR REGISTRATIONS AND THEIR REGISTRATIONS Do you know what electricians do? Do you know what regulations they need to follow? How many times have you use an electrician without asking them for proof of their registrations and qualifications before allowing them to start work? Electrical disasters can happen when a system is not checked or installed properly, this means an increase in the risk of injury, fire or even death, as a result. In 2013 and 2014 alone in the UK, more than two thousand, eight hundred homes had fires that were linked to electrical installation faults, which were carried out by unregistered electricians. This means that electrical work carried out may not be up to date with the national standards. All electricians must comply to IET Wiring Regulations, which is regularly updated. This sets the national standards for electrical installation and electrical work safety in homes, commercial and industrial properties throughout the United Kingdom. The regulations have been placed to protect you and your safety, along with the safety of the electricians. Did you know that approximately one person dies every week in the United Kingdom due to an electrical accident and another one thousand are injured? This is why its imperative that electrical work is carried out by an electrician that is qualified and registered. The electrician you have been using could be one of the more than twenty thousand electrical firms in the United Kingdom who are not registered with a government scheme, while there are more than forty thousand registered with Part P. Some homeowners are embarrassed to ask their electrician if they are registered or not. Electrical work under the Building Regulations falls into two categories; notifiable and minor. Notifiable is major work such as a new wiring circuit, rewiring an entire home, full electrics of a new build, replacement of consumer units and wet areas, which includes around baths or showers, areas with hot tubs, swimming pools and saunas. Minor work must also comply with the Building Regulations, this includes adding lights to an existing circuit, replacing cable for a single circuit only, installing outdoor lights or sockets from an existing circuit or replacing control switches and power sockets. Failing to comply with the building regulations is considered a criminal offense in the United Kingdom and can compromise home insurance and leave you with a hefty fine if found unsafe and you have not complied with the regulations. Part P under the Building Regulations was enforced to improve quality of electrical work and reduce the risk of faults, injuries and damage. More than thirty percent of accidents can be prevented through this regulation. Many homeowners, one in four to be exact, do not check the electricians

  2. qualifications an registration before hiring. It is easy, simply ask the electrician for their registration number and ID card. Registrations can be with NICEIC, BSI, OFTEC and more. Electricians registered under these schemes are competent and have met qualification requirements, complying with Part P building regulations and being able to certify the work on completion, which saves time and money. Registered electricians must work to the BS7671 British standard for electrical safety, they must meet strict entry and qualification requirements, along with being insured, for your peace of mind. Once the electrical work is completed, the electrician should issue you with a certificate, this includes the Minor Electrical Installation Works certificate for minor work or a Electrical Installation certificate for notifiable work. e, which is for notifiable work, along with Schedule of Inspection results and schedule for test results for notifiable work, which should be issued within thirty days. About Us: About Us: Northcote Plumbing and Electrical is a leading electric and plumbing specialist catering to clients in London. This very well established company is backed by more than thirty years of experience, providing clients with the convenience of twenty four hour services at competitive rates. The company is gas safe registered and NICEIC approved, along with five star glowing Google reviews. Northcote Plumbing and Electrical ensures they provide excellent customer service, providing a clean and on time service for electrics, plumbing, gas, central heating and boiler installations and repairs. They offer a free quote via their information packed website, with competitive hourly rates and quality services without any added stress. Visit https://northcoteplumbingandelectrical.co.uk to find out more.

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