by kbrownie »
Fri May 29, 2009 1:22 pm
If it's an outdoor circuit, It will still need to have an RCD to comply to BS7671:2008. We have already mentioned all the stuff regarding, Part P and electricians that are full scope part p registered, that all still applies.
I'd suggest if you intend doing this job yourself, to get an electrician on board before you start,
because if they are willing to and some won't be willing sign to it off for you when completed, they are then taking on a legal responsabillty!
If it was me signing it off I would be insisting that I oversee the work in progress.
KB
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Added Later:
best method of accessing underfloor is to remove, T&G be using a circular saw, set blade at a depth of 18-20mm same as T&G cut along where T&G is fixed to joist avoiding nails and screws remove prior if possible. Then run saw down the length of the joint of both sides where they join with next length in row and you will be able to prise up then without causing damage to floor. Be careful to look out for pipework and cables when cutting (not that easy as you are cutting from above but be aware) thats why you must set depth of blade as small as needed, there should not be any at that depth but don't rule out the idiot factor of the person(s) that may have installed them.
Hope helpful!