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New EICR - "No earth bond to some socket boxes: C2"?

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I have a new EICR which has the observation "No earth bond to some socket boxes: C2".


I have checked continuity between all faceplate mounting screws and the earth of the socket. They are all connected, i.e. the back box is at least earthed by the screw if not with a tail internally (I have not removed the front plates of any sockets). The earth of each socket is connected to the ring.


While it is best practice, is it a requirement of the regulations that a tail is connected internally?


many thanks



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    JPCoetzee:
    UKPN:

    What surprises me is why this guy is still on here asking questions on codes that were supposed to be remedied within 28 days ago. and the local council notified. Putting aside he has employed an amateur electrician who doesnt know a C2 from a Fi, and these "defects" didnt need modifying anyway, why hasnt the "inspector" fixed the "potentially dangerous" installation? Alternatively, why not employ a real electrician? Whats next? The forum waits.


    Regards, UKPNZap


    IMO the codes have been remedied within 28 days.

    Who would be responsible for notifying the council, the electrician issuing the certificate?




    No, it seems to be the landlord.


    UKPN makes a good point.


    I think that one has to do one of two things: (1) get it fixed by a "qualified person" who will certify in writing that the work has been done; or (2) get it fixed by anybody else and then get a new EICR which demonstrates that the installation is safe for continued service.


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    JPCoetzee:
    UKPN:

    What surprises me is why this guy is still on here asking questions on codes that were supposed to be remedied within 28 days ago. and the local council notified. Putting aside he has employed an amateur electrician who doesnt know a C2 from a Fi, and these "defects" didnt need modifying anyway, why hasnt the "inspector" fixed the "potentially dangerous" installation? Alternatively, why not employ a real electrician? Whats next? The forum waits.


    Regards, UKPNZap


    IMO the codes have been remedied within 28 days.

    Who would be responsible for notifying the council, the electrician issuing the certificate?




    No, it seems to be the landlord.


    UKPN makes a good point.


    I think that one has to do one of two things: (1) get it fixed by a "qualified person" who will certify in writing that the work has been done; or (2) get it fixed by anybody else and then get a new EICR which demonstrates that the installation is safe for continued service.


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