I am often embarassed when, trying to be funny, I propose something outrageous
- only to learn that it has already been adopted. I guess the legislators have
a more warped sense of humor than I do. Only problem is that no one laughs at
theirs, although sometimes I have the same problem.
Colin K7FM
-----Original Message-----
From: Steve Thompson <g8gsq@eltac.co.uk>
Sent: Nov 17, 2005 2:20 PM
To: amps@contesting.com
Subject: Re: [Amps] 220V wiring: Was Question about safety ground connection
Colin Lamb wrote:
> To prevent homeowners from replacing circuit breakers with ones of larger
> value, the new code will require wiring to have fusible links spread
> throughout the house, behind locked panels. If any of the fusible links
> fail, it will require the homeowner to call a licensed electrician, who will
> then have to report the homeowner so that the appropriate fine may be
> assessed for exceeding the the current limit in a residential zone.
Hmmm - maybe you jest, but it sounds very like the 'Part P' building
regulations recently imposed in Blighty. There are a few exceptions for
the time being, but the aim appears to be to stamp out anyone doing
their own domestic wiring. Step by step Big Brother is coming....
Steve
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