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Earlier this week we asked ... Using BS 7671, what is the current-carrying capacity of 2.5 mm² copper twin and earth cable, installed to installation method 100? The correct answer is b) 21 A Did you answer correctly? #ElectricalSafety
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Using BS 7671, what is the current-carrying capacity of 2.5 mm2 copper twin and earth cable, installed to installation method 100?
14%20 A
42%21 A
31%27 A
14%32 A
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The results are in ... Did you answer last week's question correctly? The operating mode in which the public network supplies a Prosumer Electrical Installation is referred to as; a) Direct feeding mode ✅ Stay tuned for next week's question tomorrow. #ElectricalSafety
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On Saturday 3 August 2024, we will be carrying out essential maintenance on the NICEIC online shop, NICEIC Online Certification System, and the NICEIC customer portal. We expect these systems to be affected during the morning from 06:00 to 10:00.
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The operating mode in which the public network supplies a Prosumer Electrical Installation is referred to as;
60%Direct feeding mode
28%Island mode
12%Reverse feeding mode
25 votes • Final results
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Last week we asked ... For compliance with BS 7671, can I use a plug and socket-outlet to provide a means of emergency switching off? The correct answer is d) No - never Did you answer correctly? #sparkslife #technical #Electrician
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With the general election taking place this week, our Head of Standards at NICEIC, Dani Putney, has analysed each party’s manifesto. Dani has examined their proposed plans and their potential impact on the electrotechnical and wider building services industry.
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For compliance with BS 7671, can I use a plug and socket-outlet to provide a means of emergency switching off?
17%Yes - always
31%Yes - if local
10%Yes - if lockable
42%No - never
143 votes • Final results
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Have you got a technical question? Our monthly technical Q&A is streaming live from 20:00 tonight (Monday 1 July). Tune in here: loom.ly/N65bR8
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This Q&A is hosted by Sam Donaghy, our Head of Technical Advice and Practice with a special guest debut appearance from Richard Owen, Area Engineer at NICEIC.
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Last week we asked ... Electric current in an unwanted conductive path under normal operating conditions, is the definition of a; The correct answer is A) Leakage current ✅ Did you answer correctly? Stay tuned for this week's question of the week. #Sparkslife #Electrician
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''Upon investigation, we found that the immersion had been wired on a switched fused spur.'' Heathlands M&E Group was called out to a commercial property with no hot water. They replaced the switched fused spur for a 20 A Double Pole switch.
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The Circuit – exclusive to NICEIC-certified businesses! ⚡️ All NICEIC QS and PDHs, look out for The Circuit, your brand-new monthly update. The first issue will be in your inboxes tomorrow (Thurs 27 June). #NICEIC #TheCircuit #AllNewContent
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The sun isn't the only thing heating up today as we are at the last regional heat of the @SkillELECTRIC 24 competition in Nottingham. This is a great opportunity for apprentices to showcase their skills, challenge themselves, and build connections. #Apprentices #learnthetrade
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Electric current in an unwanted conductive path under normal operating conditions, is the definition of a;
40%Leakage current
27%Fault current
32%Earth leakage current
1%Overcurrent
85 votes • Final results
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Day one of @installerSHOW 2024 is underway. This event is at the NEC in Birmingham (25 - 27 June) Come and see us on stand 5H95. Get your free tickets to attend here: niceic.co/3z8ivN3 #installerSHOW #NEC
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Last week we asked ... Is the installation of an electric vehicle charging point for a 10 Amp golf buggy required to comply with BS 7671 Section 722? The correct answer is B) No Did you answer correctly? #ElectricalSafety
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