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Test Certificates – Non Compliance

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  • Duration: 3 mins
  • Publication date: 03 Nov 2021
  • Part of series Electrotechnical and Building Safety

Abstract

John Peckham IEng FIET LCGI shares his experience as a qualified and registered engineer regarding test certificate non-compliance to BS 7671 and in particular special location electrical work.  John highlights the need for stronger vigilance regarding the individual competence of electricians undertaking the work so that the incompetent are not passed as competent.  

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  • BS87671
  • building services safety sector
  • built environment
  • national electricians competence

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    John Peckham

    Astute Technical Services Limited, Director

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    John Peckham

    Astute Technical Services Limited, Director

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