Part P (Electrical Safety) FAQ
- Do I have to submit a Building Regulation application when replacing a light fitting in my home? Small jobs such as provision of a socket-outlet or a light switch on an existing circuit will not need to be notified to Building Control (although there will be some exceptions for high risk areas such as kitchens and bathrooms).
- I’m doing a kitchen extension, will I have to apply for Part P compliance? All work that involves adding a new circuit to a dwelling, or electrical work in kitchens and bathrooms will need to be notified to Building Control or carried out by a competent person who is registered with a Part P Self-Certification Scheme.
- How do I know if my electrician is registered with a competent person scheme? There are 5 schemes in operation where the electrician can carry out any electrical work and 5 schemes where the electrician can carry out limited work relevant to his profession (i.e. kitchen fitters, garage door fitters, alarm installers).
| Full Scope Schemes | Defined Scope Schemes | ||
| BRE Certification Ltd | CORGI | ||
| British Standards Institution | ELECSA Ltd | ||
| ELECSA Ltd | NAPIT Certification Ltd | ||
| NAPIT Certification Ltd | NIC Certification Ltd | ||
| NICEIC Certification Services LTD | OFTEC Ltd |
- How do I find an electrician registered on a Competent Persons Scheme?
http://www.partp.co.uk
http://www.bsi-global.com/kitemark
http://www.elecsa.org.uk
http://www.napit.org.uk
http://www.oftec.co.uk
http://www.corgi-gas-safety.com - How much does a Building Regulation Application for Part P work ONLY cost? It is strongly advised to use an Electrician registered with a Competent Persons Scheme. However, if you prefer to submit a Building Regulations application, the charges are calculated using estimated cost of work (Table C).
- How do I find out more? If you require more information, please feel free to contact our office on the telephone number below. For an advice leaflet on Electrical Safety rules you can visit Gateway at the Civic Centre to collect it or you can download it from the ODPM website
Last updated: 1 December 2006
