The government has made it clear that one or more competence assessment schemes need to be up and running before Part P is finally given the green light. Contractors enrolled with such a scheme will be able to self-certify that their installations are compliant with the Ðǿմ«Ã½ Regulations.
The fact that work needs to be signed off to the Ðǿմ«Ã½ Regulations means that contractors will have to demonstrate knowledge beyond that of the Wiring Regulations. Firms will need to know their Parts L (energy conservation), B (fire) and M (accessibility) as well their BS 7671.
Clearly, contractors should start preparing for the introduction of Part P now. As the ECA president points out in his column this month, if the government approves any of the four proposed assessment schemes in front of them, the race will be on to get certified before the summer. Make sure you are ahead of the pack.
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Electrical and Mechanical Contractor
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