by Razvan Fatu | 17th Mar, 2016 | Installation testing
New stiffer penalties introduced Feb 2016 for non compliance Emphasis changed such that fines apply to putting employees at risk, not just accidents Imprisonment more likely for directors, managers, employees Higher fines up to £10M for large companies who have a high...
by Mark Fuller | 1st Sep, 2015 | Installation testing
Health & Safety Executive GS38 guidance note is aimed at people (including electricians, electrical contractors, test supervisors, technicians, managers, tradespeople and/or appliance retailers/repairers etc) who use electrical test equipment on low voltage...
by Martindale Electric | 15th Apr, 2015 | Installation testing
In line with the recent changes to the model forms for electrical installation verification and certification, the number of tick boxes for the schedule of items inspected will go up from 44 to 120. Other changes to the minor electrical installation works certificate...
by Mark Fuller | 13th Jan, 2015 | Installation testing
January 2015 saw the introduction of the 3rd amendment to the 17th Edition wiring regulations. Part of the 3rd amendment sees new limits introduced for earth loop testing. To coincide with this change, Martindale Electric launched two new multifunction testers: the...
by Mark Fuller | 1st Jan, 2015 | Installation testing
It’s a lot more than just a colour change to the front cover. You will easily be able to spot the third amendment to BS7671:2008 IET Wiring Regulations from the bright yellow cover, but how will what’s inside impact electrical installation testing? The new...
by Mark Fuller | 20th Feb, 2014 | Installation testing
Fluke have recently launched a handy new app for the iPhone and Android operating systems, which features some great information in regard to carrying out electrical tests. Having access to this information on your phone makes it so much easier to use a point of...
