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EiCR sampling size

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Hi all I'm just trying to get my head round this, I hold a copy of guidance note 3 already. 


Let's say we have a domestic CU with 8 circuits and we inspect/test only 4 of these does this equate to a sample size of 50% and if we ended up testing all 8 would this equate to a 100% sample. 


The bit that's bothering me is sampling to me means that we look at the wiring accessories/connected equipment for safe continued use including signs of over heating, arcing, smell, touch, suitability for location etc in addition to the physical tests deemed necessary with your test meter. 

So even if we tested all 8 circuits and carried out a 25% sample size this would equate to 2 circuits being sampled ,is this correct?


Regards 

Ts



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  • Beware of taking a sample of samples!


    If a circuit has one appliance (e.g. a cooker) it cannot be sampled.


    Ideally, from a scientific point of view, a sample should be random, but I don't suppose that anybody does that.


    You cannot sample something like a whole-board IR test.
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  • Beware of taking a sample of samples!


    If a circuit has one appliance (e.g. a cooker) it cannot be sampled.


    Ideally, from a scientific point of view, a sample should be random, but I don't suppose that anybody does that.


    You cannot sample something like a whole-board IR test.
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