IET Wiring Regulations: Electric Wiring for Domestic Installers, 15th ed

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This book has for many years been the standard guide to the practical aspects of domestic electrical wiring. It explains how to carry out work safely and correctly in a step-by-step manner. Essential reading for anyone obtaining a Domestic Installer Scheme Qualification which relates to Part P of the Building Regulations, this title also acts as a handy pocket guide to best practice for electricians. Although not intended as a DIY manual, non-qualified persons will also find this book useful reading. The how-to-guide for home wiring to professional standards Essential reading for serious DIY, electrical installation, plumbing, heating systems, TV and security alarm installation Up to date with the latest IET Wiring Regulations Cover Title Copyright Contents PREFACE CHAPTER 1 The UK Generation, Transmission and Distribution System Voltage Bands The Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations 2002 (ESQCR) The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 The IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) The Building Regulations 2010 Part 'P' Earthing Systems CHAPTER 2 Domestic Electrical Installations The Main Intake Position Circuits Cables Wiring Systems and Installation Methods CHAPTER 3 The Importance of Earthing and Bonding Electric Shock Basic Protection Fault Protection What is Earth and Why and How do We Connect to It? Residual Current Devices Bonding: Questions and Answers The Faraday Cage CHAPTER 4 Bathrooms Zone 0 Zone 1 Zone 2 Supplementary Equipotential Bonding CHAPTER 5 Protection Protection Against Mechanical Damage Protection of Persons/Livestock Against Dangers CHAPTER 6 Circuit Design Diversity Basic Circuit Design Summary CHAPTER 7 Inspection and Testing Instruments Testing CHAPTER 8 Security Alarm and Telephone Systems Security Alarms Telephone Systems APPENDIX 1 Basic Electrical Theory Revision Electrical Quantities and Units Power, Current and Voltage APPENDIX 2 Conductor Identification, Notices and Warning Labels Conductor Identification Notices and Warning Labels INDEX