In an effort to separate a new EV installation from the existing installation, it is intended to fit Henley blocks and tail off to a new consumer unit. There are up to twenty similar installations all domestic. The contractor has asked my opinion on his intention as the existing installations have only one consumer unit which, of course, provides a single main switch in compliance with 462.1.201. With his proposal there will be two means of isolation, one in each of the consumer units. This is very common practice in this neck of the woods so ordinarily there would be no concerns raised. However, there is particular scrutiny of EV installations so he is keen to ensure that 7671 is complied with in full.
There is no space for a separate isolator. My own view is that 462.1.201 does not necessarily demand a single means of isolation but I would appreciate the opinion of others. Even if there was a non-compliance, I do believe that the separate arrangement proposed is a much better alternative.
