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Where a Recommendation Code 1 is given, the client will be advised immediately, in
writing, that urgent work is necessary to remedy the deficiency. This action is necessary
to satisfy the duties imposed on the inspector and others by the Health and Safety at
Work etc Act 1974 and the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
Code 2
A Code 2 is to be used to indicate that the observed deficiency requires action to
remove potential danger.
The person ordering the report should be advised that, whilst the safety of those using
the installation may not be at immediate risk, remedial action should be taken as soon
as possible to improve the safety of the installation.
Code 3
A Code 3 could to be used to indicate that the inspector was unable to come to a
conclusion about an aspect of the installation or, alternatively, that the observation was
outside the agreed purpose, extent or limitations of the inspection, but has come to
the inspector’s attention during the inspection and testing.
Code 4
This code is to be used to indicate that certain items have been identified as not
complying with the requirements of the current issue of BS 7671, but that the users of
the installation are not in any danger as a result.
The person ordering the report should be advised that the code is not intended to
imply that the installation is unsafe, but that careful consideration should be given to
the benefits of improving those aspects of the installation.
Summary
The electrician will also give a summary of the inspection in the report, which will give
a clear indication of the condition of the electrical installation, taking into account all
relevant circumstances.
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