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Consumer Unit Blanking Plates

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It is conceivable that a loose live conductor could come into contact with a metal blanking plate.  Some of the twist-on  types do not make electrical contact with the (earthed / powder-coated) case in which case they thus constitute exposed conductive parts.  This means that they should be individually earthed. But there is no means provided to do do this.  So the question is: does the use of metal CU blanking plates contravene the Wiring Regulations if fitted but not earthed?

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    If you are that worried then just over-sleeve the final conductors, and check for terminal tightness. Give the conductors a final gentle tug to confirm correct termination and terminal grip.

     

    Has there ever been a report of a live metal blanking plate causing shock or injury?

     

    Z

    it’s not me I’m concerned about because I am aware of the potential hazard

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  • Former Community Member
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    Zoomup: 
     

     

     

    If you are that worried then just over-sleeve the final conductors, and check for terminal tightness. Give the conductors a final gentle tug to confirm correct termination and terminal grip.

     

    Has there ever been a report of a live metal blanking plate causing shock or injury?

     

    Z

    it’s not me I’m concerned about because I am aware of the potential hazard

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