Electrical Installations, Book 1

Description

Equip yourself with the tools for success in Electrical Installations with this comprehensive and updated edition of our bestselling textbook, published in association with City & Guilds and IET. - Study with confidence using the most up-to-date information available for the new industry standards, including the 2022 amendments to BS7671: 2018, The IET Wiring Regulations 18th edition - Enhance your understanding of concepts in electrical installation with 100s of clear and accurate technical drawings and step-by-step photo sequences - Get ready for the workplace with industry tips - Prepare for your trade tests or end-of-year exams with end-of-chapter practice questions - Engage with author Peter Tanner's accessible text, drawing on his extensive industry experience - Target your learning with detailed qualification mapping grids for the latest City & Guilds Level 2 qualifications - including the 2365, 8202, 5357 and 5393 specifications, as well as the 352 and 353 T Level occupational specialisms Cover Book title Copyright Contents Acknowledgements Picture credits About the author How to use this book 1 Health and safety and industry practices 1 The law: roles and responsibilities 2 Health and safety legislation 3 Environmental legislation and dealing with waste 4 Dealing with health and safety in the work environment 5 Establishing a safe working environment 6 Using access equipment and working in confined spaces or excavations 7 Electrical safety on site 8 Safe isolation 2 Scientific and mathematical principles of electrical installation 1 Mathematical principles 2 Units of measurement used in electrical installation work 3 Basic mechanics 4 Basic electrical theory: the relationship between resistance, resistivity, voltage, current and power 5 Magnetism and electricity 6 Electronic components used in electrotechnical systems and equipment 3 Electrical technology 1 Regulations related to electrical activities 2 Technical information 3 How electricity is supplied 4 Intake and earthing arrangements 5 Consumers’ installations 4 Electrical installation 1 Tools used to install wiring systems 2 Installation of wiring systems 3 Terminating cables 4 Inspection and testing 5 Communicating with others 1 Roles within the building services industry 2 Information sources in the building services industry 3 Communication methods in work situations Synoptic assessment Appendix: About your qualification Glossary A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T V W Y Common acronyms Formula sheet Answers Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W