Wiring Regulations Change – Your Electrician Should Too
The world of electrics doesn’t stand still. With new technologies, safety standards, and environmental needs, it’s vital your electrician is fully up to date with the latest BS 7671 Wiring Regulations. These rules are what make your installations safe and legal.
At Burridge Electrical, staying compliant isn’t optional—it’s how we operate every day across Bristol and surrounding areas like Kingswood, Hanham, Longwell Green, and Emersons Green.
What Are the Latest Wiring Regs?
The current standard in the UK is the 18th Edition (BS 7671), including Amendment 2 (2022). This update introduced important changes like:
- Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs) in certain installations
- Changes to fire safety design in domestic consumer units
- EV charger installation rules
- Energy efficiency considerations
Only electricians who keep up with these updates can install safely—and sign off the work legally.
Ongoing Training & CPD for Registered Electricians
Registered electricians don’t just pass an exam and stop learning. We’re required to undergo Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to keep our knowledge and qualifications valid.
This includes:
- Attending industry CPD seminars and training days
- Renewing key qualifications every 3-5 years
- Taking regulation refresh courses with NAPIT or NICEIC
It’s how Burridge Electrical ensures every job is done safely, correctly, and in full compliance with today’s standards.
Registration Schemes Hold Us Accountable
Bodies like NAPIT, NICEIC, and ELECSA don’t just hand out logos—they audit their members. We’re regularly assessed on:
- Work quality
- Certification and documentation
- Insurance cover
- Compliance with latest regulations
We have to prove we’re up to date, or we lose our registration. That means you can trust that Burridge Electrical meets the latest legal and technical standards, every time.
Why It Matters to Homeowners and Landlords
If your electrician isn’t working to the latest regs, you could end up with:
- Unsafe wiring or installations
- Invalid insurance
- No legal certification
- Delays in property sales or rentals
That’s why choosing a registered, up-to-date electrician in Bristol like Burridge Electrical is the safest move you can make.