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CHANGES IN AMD 2 RELUCTANCE TO COMPLY

John Peckham

I heard before AMD 2 that compliance with the requirement to install AFDDs where required would stop clients having consumer units upgraded due to the additional cost. 

The requirement to fit as a "shall" is limited to 4 types of installation has anyone experienced a refusal to upgrade the installation with AFDDs when replacing a consumer unit?

Also has anyone experienced any reluctance when upgrading an installation where SPDs are required under the new provisions of AMD 2?

The same question as above, any reluctance to install smoke detectors in domestic premises where an SPD needs to be fitted to the circuit supply the smoke detectors?

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JP

 

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    Risking falling down a rabbit hole, surely the guidance given by the IET regards the requirements for AFDD when the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations still stands,  the "shall" for four types of building is over and above. 

    electrical.theiet.org/.../

    Regards the four types of building having had a  look in the new brown OSG, where "shall" applies I don't think it's particularly relevant in Worcestershire and other rural counties, so is not creating an issue for many electricians or their customers, as we don't have tall buildings and licenced HMO are unlikely to need a new consumer unit or else they would not be licensed. 

    Smoke alarms and SPDs,  can you expand?

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    Andy

    Have a look at Regulation 443.4.1 and the definition of a Safety Service. Also Chapter 56 for a list of safety services.

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    Andy

    Have a look at Regulation 443.4.1 and the definition of a Safety Service. Also Chapter 56 for a list of safety services.

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  • 0 in reply to John Peckham

    John

    Simple answer to your question.

    When I'm replacing a consumer unit, I quote for one with an SPD. If /when the price is questioned, I explain that the SPD costs about £60 which is a wise investment in a rural area. Most people have electronic equipment worth many times more. I also explain that there will be spare space in the CU for future use which adds a little to the cost but generally cheaper in the long run. Most people accept that.

    I have yet to quote for work in a building that requires a AFDD.

    Dave

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