Notifiable Electrical Work (Part P) Flashcards

What type of electrical work does NOT require notification under Part P?

Answer: Like-for-like replacement of accessories on existing circuits in rooms other than kitchens, bathrooms or outdoors

Like-for-like replacement of accessories (sockets, switches, light fittings) on existing circuits in ordinary locations (not bathrooms, kitchens, outdoors) is not notifiable under Part P.

What are the special locations defined under Part P 2013 revision?

Answer: Room containing a bath or shower, swimming pool or paddling pool, sauna heater room, and outdoor electrical installations

The 2013 revision of Part P defined special locations as rooms/areas containing a bath or shower, swimming pools, sauna heater rooms, and outdoor electrical installations — kitchen work is no longer a special location requiring notification.

What is the maximum fine for carrying out electrical work that is Part P notifiable without compliance?

Answer: Enforcement action by the local authority can require remediation at the owner's cost; criminal prosecution under the Building Act can result in a fine

Non-compliance with Building Regulations (including Part P) can lead to enforcement under the Building Act 1984; the local authority can issue an enforcement notice requiring correction, and criminal prosecution can follow.

If electrical work is found to be non-compliant after a property has been sold, who is liable?

Answer: The person who carried out the work is liable; the previous owner may also face liability for concealing non-compliance; the solicitor should have identified missing certificates during conveyancing

Liability for non-compliant electrical work rests primarily with the person who carried it out; previous owners may face liability if they knew of the non-compliance. Missing Part P certificates are a material issue in property transactions.

What is the significance of Part P for home insurance?

Answer: Non-compliant electrical work (lacking certificates) can invalidate household insurance and affect insurance claims relating to electrical faults

Many household insurance policies require electrical work to be carried out to the required standard (BS 7671) with appropriate certification; uncertified or non-compliant work can be used by insurers to refuse claims.

What must an electrical installer do if they discover unsafe existing wiring while carrying out new notifiable work?

Answer: Report the unsafe condition to the client in writing and advise immediate remedial action; if immediately dangerous, make it safe before leaving; document on the EIC

When unsafe conditions are found during new work, the installer has a duty of care to inform the client, recommend remedial action, and make immediately dangerous conditions safe; all findings should be documented.