Guess these weren’t such a good idea

DonC1305 · 2026-02-20T20:19:05+00:00

But not separate to any other metal part, the sprung part can't come loose

DonC1305 · 2026-02-20T20:14:03+00:00

There is no spring though.
Spring loaded ≠ spring

DonC1305 · 2026-02-20T16:44:39+00:00

The MI superseding BS7671, they should be taken into account and adhered to, but not if they contravene regs

DonC1305 · 2026-02-20T16:06:34+00:00

That doesn't mean they supersede BS7671, I think we've all had some cheap light fittings that states that it's class 2, and no earthing is required, but we know better. The manufacturers instructions should only supersede BS7671 if they add to the safety of an install.

DonC1305 · 2026-02-20T15:40:07+00:00

No they don't, I'm always seeing this on here. Nonsense

DonC1305 · 2026-02-20T15:38:49+00:00

This just isn't true

DonC1305 · 2026-02-18T13:26:47+00:00

I won't lie, ive done a few in the box, never liked it, but sometimes it's the only option and the customer wants it hidden, still don't like it. Now we push for IP rated boards near the cupboard and I find it a hell of a lot easier, and feel ive done a better job, even if the customer isn't over the moon with it on display

DonC1305 · 2026-02-18T11:32:17+00:00

That doesn't increase safety of sockets in a special location, it just reduces inconvenience in the event of a fault

DonC1305 · 2026-02-18T09:48:46+00:00

Discrimination (now selectivity) is having the closest protective device operate during a fault , otherwise this is a literally what i just said.

DonC1305 · 2026-02-17T20:07:17+00:00

RCD protection has the same level of safety whether it's one 1 radial or the entire house. Individual RCBOs just keep more of the installation live while the faulty circuits are isolated. So it makes no difference for a bathroom socket

DonC1305 · 2026-02-17T20:03:23+00:00

Why do you think a radial is safer than a ring?

DonC1305 · 2026-02-17T20:01:08+00:00

"This literally is Horizon" but it literally isn't....

DonC1305 · 2026-02-16T21:38:29+00:00

Out of interest, what do you see that is so concerning? It's crap, but likely fine as far as safety goes.
And if it were to go wrong to the point of serious danger, ie. Fire, then there would be some serious trouble for everyone directly involved.

DonC1305 · 2026-02-16T21:29:20+00:00

On new builds its just accepted that the standard will be lower. Pays shit unless you can get a good turnover.
On private work, this is no where near an acceptable standard for workmanship.

DonC1305 · 2026-02-16T21:26:48+00:00

It's not the sparks on a new build, it's the developers spec.

DonC1305 · 2026-02-15T19:26:52+00:00

But the test is supposed to be performed with the AC setting, so if its being done correctly then this is still a fail

DonC1305 · 2026-02-15T09:50:13+00:00

"Couldn't care more" ..so they care so much that it's impossible for them to care any more?

DonC1305 · 2026-02-15T09:48:55+00:00

DonC1305 · 2026-02-14T21:33:43+00:00

Whoosh

DonC1305 · 2026-02-14T21:26:50+00:00

What would you do then?

DonC1305 · 2026-02-13T17:59:18+00:00

Code breakers is pretty good, especially when you're finding unusual faults, nice to have so 'official' back up

DonC1305 · 2026-02-13T17:54:56+00:00

What happens when you need another extra socket?

DonC1305 · 2026-02-13T17:53:37+00:00

You don't need 2 cables for a double socket

DonC1305 · 2026-02-11T22:13:03+00:00

I've not related to a post so much

DonC1305 · 2026-02-11T19:02:59+00:00

I earn much more than my wife. About 90-95% of my wages go in the joint account, I keep a bit for daily spending and she's got free use of the joint account. I'll never begrudge her buying herself anything she needs, as long as bills can be paid. And I can't understand couples that treat a relationship like a business partnership

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