Fused spur new build 350mm?

[robbie77]

Hi

I need a switched fused spur to supply underfloor heating wiring.
I take it I can put this nearer than 350mm to a wall corner seeing as it's not a socket and won't need touching regularly ? I wanted to include it in the ring final also would this be ok it's the wiring for thermostats and pump but not boiler?

Thanks

 

[JohnW2]

I take it I can put this nearer than 350mm to a wall corner seeing as it's not a socket ...

Do you think that there is some regulation preventing you from putting a socket within 350mm of a corner?

Kind Regards, John

 

[robbie77]

Do you think that there is some regulation preventing you from putting a socket within 350mm of a corner?

Kind Regards, John

I did yes. I though I had read it somewhere but looking again it looks like it's just 150mm?

Part M maybe I'm not sure this is a snipet. ..
"To enable access by wheelchair users, outlets, switches and controls should be at least 350 mm from room corners"

 

[robbie77]

I don't think part M applies to me as mine is an extension and not a new build.
Does this sound right?

 

[EFLImpudence]

Yes. It's your house, you can put the "Fused Connection Unit" wherever you want.

 

[robbie77]

Yes. It's your house, you can put the "Fused Connection Unit" wherever you want.

It's a new extension though so is inspected by building control. Everything will be checked by an electrician just wanted make sure I was putting things in the right place!

 

[JohnW2]

I did yes. I though I had read it somewhere but looking again it looks like it's just 150mm?

You may be thinking of the (in my opinion, stupid!) 'safe zone' within 150mm of a corner (where cables can be buried withoutr mechanical protection.

Part M maybe I'm not sure this is a snipet. .. "To enable access by wheelchair users, outlets, switches and controls should be at least 350 mm from room corners"

It didn't occur to me that Part M might apply (and it sounds as if it probably doesn't). Even if it did, the 'numbers' are only guidelines/recommendations (from 'Approved Document M', which is not 'the law', or mandatory). The problem can be that Building Inspectors can be 'a law unto themselves' and arguing with them about things which are not actually legal requirements can sometimes be more trouble than it's worth. Hence, although it's tempting to suggest that, 'to be sure', you should ask the BCO, but if he is a 'Jobsworth', he might just tell you that it is 'not allowed'!

Kind Regards, John

 

[robbie77]

The problem can be that Building Inspectors can be 'a law unto themselves' and arguing with them about things which are not actually legal requirements can sometimes be more trouble than it's worth. Hence, although it's tempting to suggest that, 'to be sure', you should ask the BCO, but if he is a 'Jobsworth', he might just tell you that it is 'not allowed'!

Kind Regards, John

Good point! My BCO has been very reasonable throughout and seems to use common sense. Yes I know, I am lucky!

 

[JohnW2]

Good point! My BCO has been very reasonable throughout and seems to use common sense. Yes I know, I am lucky!

Well, if that's the case (and, despite the 'bad experiences' some have, they often are very sensible and reasonable), if you really 'wanted to be sure', I suppose you could ask him. However, if he's sensible, he would probably give a sensible answer, anyway, so it might not be that important to ask!

Kind Regards, John

 

[securespark]

A lot of them don't know their arse from their elbow, and insist on Part M, even where it should not apply.

But your guy seems clued up.