Articles, Electrical Installations, Electrical Safety
In Ireland, there have been 67 electrocutions or deaths from the explosive/burning effects of electricity from 1996 to the end of 2015. Of those, 44 deaths have been associated with a work activity. The remaining 23 have occurred in domestic situations or as a result...
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RECI overview – Register of Electrical Contractors of Ireland We regulate Registered Electrical Contractors (RECs) with regard to electrical safety – we do not get involved in commercial aspects. We ensure that they are competent and attain all of the required...
Blog, Articles, Electrical Installations, Electrical Rules
The table below sets out suggested time intervals between periodic inspection and testing. In certain instances, for example where large numbers of people are not expected to be present and the risk of damage is low, these intervals may not be applicable for a number...
Blog, Articles, Electrical Installations, Electrical Rules
Electrical Installations Are there any simple checks which a non-technical person can make to monitor an electrical installation? Yes, any change in the behavior of an electrical installation should be checked e.g. fuses blowing more than once, lights...
