What is Part
P?
Electrical
installations in homes and flats are now subject to new building
regulations - namely Part P. This regulation will be enforced by
local authorities and failure to comply is a criminal
offence.
The law states that:-
'Fixed electrical installations in dewllings shall be suitable
designed, installed, inspected and tested so as to provide
reasonable protection against their being the source of a fire or a
cause of injury to persons.'
What do I need to comply with Part
P?
To comply with Part P
regulations you must register with a government approved scheme
which allows the work to be self certified by an NICEIC Domestic or
Approved Electrician, or you must inform the local authority so
they can begin proceedings. Liaising with the local authority is
generally a little more drawn out.