Latest articles on 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations 
Free DVD training presentation for Megger MFT1500 series multifunction testers(21/10/2009)
Megger is now offering a free DVD training presentation that shows in detail how to use all of the functions offered by their versatile testers, for electrical contractors new to Megger’s MFT1500 series multifunction testers and for existing users who want to be sure that they’re getting the best from their instruments. The video, which runs for around 20 minutes, is supplied on a DVD that can be used with almost any computer or standalone DVD player. In the presentation, an experienced Megge... [more]
Choosing a suitable RCCB for Special Locations(16/04/2009)
The new 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations gives particular attention to protection in so-called Special Locations. These include, for example, swimming pools, marinas and other basins, as well as caravan and camping parks. In general, the requirements for these areas dictate the almost universal provision of residual current protection, typically in the form of an RCCB (residual current circuit breaker). Choosing a suitable RCCB is, however, not always as easy as it may seem. Let’s f... [more]
Megger MTB7671 instrument test box helps contractors meet the requirements of 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations(12/01/2009)
Contractors can now have complete confidence that their instruments are delivering accurate results by regularly using Megger's new MTB7671 instrument test box. Therefore this means they are capable of fully meeting the requirements of 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations. Designed specifically to address the shortcomings of existing test boxes, which typically check only the primary functions of instruments, Megger’s new MTB7671 checks all vital parameters such as, for example, the vol... [more]
Schneider Electric helps choose a suitable RCCB for Special Locations(15/07/2008)
The new 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations gives particular attention to protection in so-called Special Locations. These include, for example, swimming pools, marinas and other basins, as well as caravan and camping parks. In general, the requirements for these areas dictate the almost universal provision of residual current protection, typically in the form of an RCCB (residual current circuit breaker). Choosing a suitable RCCB is, however, not always as easy as it may seem. Let’s f... [more]
17th edition requires to use RCDs on many more circuits than currently specified under the 16th edition(20/06/2008)
The 17th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations, BS 7671: 2008 was issued on January 1st 2008 with the intention that it will take effect on 1st July 2008. Until the end of June 2008, installations can be completed to either 16th or 17th editions, but after this six-month transition period, every electrical installation will need to be designed, installed, inspected, tested and certified according to these new regulations. The 17th Edition is restructured compared to the present 16th Edition a... [more]
Total Electrical Training opens new training facility in Birmingham(02/06/2008)
Total Electrical Training has announced the opening of a new training facility in Birmingham, one of a chain of training centres launched between 2006 and 2008. The move is part of a concerted plan of expansion to handle both increased business from corporate customers and the anticipated surge in demand for training as a result of the introduction of the 17th edition of the IEE wiring regulations. The Birmingham training centre will be housed in the Wolseley Group's Electric Center wholesal... [more]
Megger helps students pass electrical test(01/05/2008)
To promote best practice in electrical testing and to support the electricians of the future, Megger is helping students around the UK with its new Training Centre & College Campaign. The campaign includes the supply of educational material, complemented by a range of optional supporting activities throughout the year. The material includes nineteen posters explaining the correct procedure for completing all essential electrical testing techniques – insulation, continuity, RCD and loop imped... [more]
New technical director for Total Electrical Training(16/04/2008)
Total Electrical Training has appointed former Air Force electronics specialist George Wilson as technical director. The appointment is in advance of publication of the 17th edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations. Before joining Total Electrical Training, Wilson spent 24 years in the Royal Air Force. On leaving the Royal Air Force, he spent three years as a senior technical project manager at Lola Cars International, one of the oldest and largest manufacturers of high performance racing cars ... [more]
City & Guilds courses for the 17th edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations(11/01/2008)
Total Electrical Training has announced that it will be offering City & Guilds courses based on the 17th edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2008) from January 2008. With course dates extending well into the end of 2008, bookings for the range of courses addressing the 17th edition are now being taken. The company is also offering special update courses for existing 16th edition certificate holders who can show that they have taken the exam within the last two years. Because the... [more]
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