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<blockquote data-quote="RolandK" data-source="post: 448236" data-attributes="member: 29165"><p>Now I understand the difference between Part P and testing and certification I think it might be worth investing in some test gear so I can go on doing my own minor works. Else, I'm going to have to call in a sparks for every darn thing!</p><p></p><p>Would something like the below be OK to fill in the details on the Minor Works Cert? If not what could you recommend to do the job properly without breaking the bank?</p><p></p><p>Martindale E-Ze Test EZ2500 Loop Tester</p><p></p><p>The EZ2500 performs non-trip P-E and P-N loop impedance tests, PFC and PSC checks and lists the results on a backlit LCD display. Voltage check and confirmation of correct wiring also performed.</p><p></p><p>I have been working in ignorance for years as to the requirements and didn't realise that the BS7671 MWC goes back to 1993! Where I've done things like changed old or damaged sockets and switches and even put up new light fittings etc. etc. I basically have a house full of uncertified work!! I would have thought it was maintenance stuff and not subject to certification and testing but I see it isn't the case. But thinking about it now there's no guarantee that someone would wire up the replacement correctly but it might still appear to work OK. Not much I can do about that now! Not to mention a smattering of home automation stuff here and there! At least it all tested out OK when the Part P work was professionally done a few years back.</p><p></p><p>Cheers</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="RolandK, post: 448236, member: 29165"] Now I understand the difference between Part P and testing and certification I think it might be worth investing in some test gear so I can go on doing my own minor works. Else, I'm going to have to call in a sparks for every darn thing! Would something like the below be OK to fill in the details on the Minor Works Cert? If not what could you recommend to do the job properly without breaking the bank? Martindale E-Ze Test EZ2500 Loop Tester The EZ2500 performs non-trip P-E and P-N loop impedance tests, PFC and PSC checks and lists the results on a backlit LCD display. Voltage check and confirmation of correct wiring also performed. I have been working in ignorance for years as to the requirements and didn't realise that the BS7671 MWC goes back to 1993! Where I've done things like changed old or damaged sockets and switches and even put up new light fittings etc. etc. I basically have a house full of uncertified work!! I would have thought it was maintenance stuff and not subject to certification and testing but I see it isn't the case. But thinking about it now there's no guarantee that someone would wire up the replacement correctly but it might still appear to work OK. Not much I can do about that now! Not to mention a smattering of home automation stuff here and there! At least it all tested out OK when the Part P work was professionally done a few years back. Cheers [/QUOTE]
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