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EICR - No SPD Coded C2

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Hi, I have recently had a couple of EICRs performed for rental properties and on the report the inspector has put the following coding of C2 as there is no SPD fitted. 

“Inspection Schedule Item 4.20: Confirmation of indication that SPD is functional (651.4) is in a potentially dangerous condition. Urgent remedial action is required. ”  - C2

The consumer units are standard 18th edition purchased at screwfix within the last 3 months with both RCD & MCB protection but with no SPD's.  When I questioned this with the electrician that inspected, he told me that new legislation had recently come in that SPD's must now be fitted. Is this correct?

 

 

 

 

 

 

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    No. No. No. For a normal domestic premises you would only fit an SPD if there could be large financial loss if equipment was damaged by surges on the mains or if there was a risk to life by such damage. This would normally be discussed with the customer to see if they want to take the risk. There is also a calculation specified in BS7671 which includes the lightning strike risk for the location and the length and type of supply to the premises to show if an SPD may be required.

    I am sure someone with a better memory than me will be along to give the relevant numbers and the formula. 

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    No. No. No. For a normal domestic premises you would only fit an SPD if there could be large financial loss if equipment was damaged by surges on the mains or if there was a risk to life by such damage. This would normally be discussed with the customer to see if they want to take the risk. There is also a calculation specified in BS7671 which includes the lightning strike risk for the location and the length and type of supply to the premises to show if an SPD may be required.

    I am sure someone with a better memory than me will be along to give the relevant numbers and the formula. 

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