As you will be aware, there are new regulations coming into effect on 28th September where safety devices are installed with updated legislation on Surge protection.
The main changes outlined in Amendment 2 include modifications to further enhance electrical safety in the UK. This is to ensure industry regulations keep pace with the speed of technological change across the sector to maintain safe and efficient installations.
With Amendment 2 becoming mandatory from 28th September 2022, it is important housebuilders take the time now to make sure they are aware of the new regulations. This applies to new build properties. Housebuilders must work alongside installation teams to ensure that Amendment 2 modifications are followed, and installations comply.
Back in 2019, we told you about the 18th Edition and what this meant for the industry.
A key change outlined in Amendment 2 is the area of surge protection, which sees a further layer of safety protection added in. In essence, overvoltage protection through a surge protection device is now a requirement for all installations.
There are no exceptions permitted where an overvoltage incident can cause serious injury, loss of life, or cause the failure of a safety service (such as a smoke alarm). As a result, surge protection will need to be included within consumer units from the Amendment 2 introduction date.
What products are available?
Hager products are stocked at all LEW branches, so ask in branch for more information. Hager has ensured all products have met this requirement for peace of mind.
Further Reading
For more information, please read Hager’s bitesize guide on 18th Edition amendment 2.
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