Changing Consumer Unit. Certificates.

[chrispk]

Hi,

In my house I need to change an old consumer unit [rewire fuse type] to a new split load board with spare ways for the new kitchen to be installed by a company. They requested this to be carried out before they will start work.

I am not a domestic electrician work mainly industrial for my job but have changed couple boards before for friends/family. Am fully qualified electrician time served apprenticeship with 17th edition and all but not part P registered as only really work on industrial side of things for my job. So am fully qualified to change the unit to a new type, and complete all the necessary testing needed.

My question was the kitchen company want the new board fitted and also a certificate left along side the board. What certification would I need to provide them with? Does this mean I cannot do the work as I cannot certify it at the end as I have not got part P certification?

Thanks

[spinlondon]

A CU replacement will require an Electrical Installation Certificate.
Unfortunately, under Part P, the replacement will also be required to be notified.
This can be done by pre-notification to your Local Authority Building Control, or be the Electrician carrying out the work being registered with a Competent Persons Scheme.
Often the fee for notification is quite expensive, as at least one inspection by a Building Control Officer will be required.
However some LABCs will offer reduced fees, if they are satisfied that the person carrying out the work is suitably qualified, and will be providing appropriate certification.
I'd suggest that you contact your LABC (usually between 9 and 10AM), and discuss the options.
You may have to provide them with sight of your qualifications.

[chrispk]

Thanks for the info. I shall get in contact with LABC.