by ericmark »
Wed Jul 30, 2008 11:21 pm
I came across E.on site and it says:- “If you require the incoming supply to be isolated to allow you to work on wiring we recommend you have an isolating switch installed in the tails between the meter and the consumer unit or main switch. This arrangement will give you flexibility to isolate and restore the supply to fit in with your work programme.
To have an isolator fitted or the cut-out fuses removed
The customer will need to contact the supply company that sells electricity to the premises. Each supply company has its own procedures for providing isolation. Normally they will put you or the customer in touch with their preferred meter operator who will have the authority to remove the cut-out fuses, meter terminal covers and install isolators. The supply company or meter operator may charge for this service.
To contact a meter operator directly
Some meter operators may accept requests for isolation and isolator installation directly from customers and electrical contractors. The Association of Meter Operators web site link above contains a list of meter operators together with their contact numbers and web sites.
Please note: For reasons of confidentiality our MPAS service will need to communicate directly with the customer unless you can provide documentary proof that you are working on his/her behalf. (e.g. a faxed copy of the accepted quotation.)
Central Networks cannot authorise electricians to remove and replace cut-out fuses.
As a Distribution Network Operator, Central Networks does not have meter access rights. We are not permitted to remove meter terminal covers without the permission of the supply company.”
I hope that answers question
All best Eric