What is Elecsa Part P?
What is Elecsa Part P?
Part P of the Building Regulations establishes electrical installation safety standards for domestic properties. Following the 2020 update the Electrotechnical Assessment Specification (EAS), NICEIC will be implementing changes to scheme entry criteria.
How long does an Elecsa certificate last?
Yes, they remain valid 6 years from completion.
What is the difference between Elecsa and Niceic?
Elecsa are perfect if you want to just ‘get on with job’ and comply. However, NIC are generally known for their lack of support to contractors, but then, they are a body set up for the customer, not the electrician. They also ask for a more from a contractor, than the minimum requirements set out by the government.
What is covered by Part P?
Part P applies to parts of electrical installations located on land around dwellings such as garden lighting. Notifiable work includes new installations, house re-wires, and the installation of new circuits. Notifiable work also includes additions to existing circuits in special locations.
Can I self-certify electrical work?
Electrical contractors, who register with a competent person self-certification scheme, will be able to self-certify compliance with Part P of the Building Regulations whenever they carry out ‘notifiable’ work.
How often do you need an electrical certificate?
every five years
In England, Under the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, landlords are required to have the electrical installations in their properties inspected and tested, at least every five years, by a person who is qualified and competent.
How long does Part P qualification last?
2 Answers from MyBuilder Electricians A building regulation Part P certificate lasts for ever, whereas an Electrical Installation Certificate is normally valid for between 5 and 10 years.
How do I get a copy of my Part P certificate?
As such you need to establish if the company was NICEIC registered, NAPIT registered or ELECSA registered. If you can find out which scheme they belonged to, then contacting the respective organisation could help get a duplicate part P cert issued.
How long does ELECSA platinum guarantee last for?
If the contractor is no longer in business or disputes the matter ELECSA will bring the work up to the required standard by another registered contractor at no extra cost to you. The Platinum promise is valid for up to six years from the date of the completion of the original work and covers work up to a maximum of £25,000 for any one installation.
What to do if ELECSA contractor does not comply with building regulations?
Should any work carried out by an ELECSA registered contractor be found not to comply with the Building Regulations or relevant installation standards, ELECSA can instruct the contractor to go back and carry out the work to the required standard.
Who are ELECSA and what do they do?
For more information please visit www.niceic.com/elecsa ELECSA provides inspection, assessment and certification services to contractors working across the building services sectors. ELECSA is authorised to deliver the following schemes: Part P for those contractors working with electrical installations in private dwellings
How can I register with the ELECSA scheme?
How can I register with the ELECSA scheme? The ELECSA scheme is open to firms and self-employed individuals and the registration process is simple. You can complete an application form and return it to us, phone us on 0333 240 7870 or apply online at www.elecsa.co.uk. Telephone and website applications are the cheapest ways to join the scheme.