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BS7671 says refer to MI

Sergio Fernandez

BS7671 says refer to MI (Manufacturer’s Instruction) and MI can override BS7671 as it allows for new technologies.  However what if the MI is wrong?  Do we then need to go back to the document of conformity?  Was the conformity done before there was a BS/BSEN standard written?


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  • Selection of the product in the first place is one for the Designer. Hence, if the Designer is worried about conformity, they need to select something else. This is what 'due diligence' is all about.

    If the Client forces this on the Designer, there might be some wriggle-room, dependent on the contract, where the Designer can make a statement.

    Both of these points are general construction contract law, and/or H&S law (e.g. PUWER), though - not specific to BS 7671 (and nor does it need to be - standards can't take precedence over the law and legislation).

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  • Selection of the product in the first place is one for the Designer. Hence, if the Designer is worried about conformity, they need to select something else. This is what 'due diligence' is all about.

    If the Client forces this on the Designer, there might be some wriggle-room, dependent on the contract, where the Designer can make a statement.

    Both of these points are general construction contract law, and/or H&S law (e.g. PUWER), though - not specific to BS 7671 (and nor does it need to be - standards can't take precedence over the law and legislation).

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