How do you get a part P certification?

To apply for our Part P scheme, here is an example of what you will need:

1. Be directly engaged in Domestic Electrical Work.
2. Have a minimum of £2 million Public Liability Insurance in the registered trading name.
3. Certificates of technical qualifications achieved by the Qualified Supervisor.

How much does a Part P electrical certificate cost?

Any electrician issuing a test certificate for work that he has not actually completed is breaking the law. You will need to contact your local building regulations department and request a Part P Notification certificate which will cost around £300.

Do qualified electricians need Part P?

There are two options when looking for an electrician to carry out electrical work in your home, both involve compliance with Part P. It is an unavoidable and absolutely necessary step in completing electrical work. The first option is by having the work done by a competent registered person.

How do I get a Part P certificate retrospectively?

The only legal way to get a part P building control certificate is to apply for retrospective part P building regulation consent from your local authority. They will probably charge around £300 for this, and then come out and inspect and test the job. If it passes then great.

Can a part P certificate be used for electrical installation?

If your electrician part P registered than Electrical Installation certificate with tests results is enough, nowhere in wiring regulations is “part P certificate” stated, even builder inspector insist have that one. But this is notifable job and building control must be notified.

What does it mean to have part P certificate?

For those who are new to the topic, the Part P certificate refers to a section of building regulations pertaining to matters of electrical safety. It is geared towards ensuring safety when it comes to domestic electric safety.

Can you join a third party electrical certification scheme?

Find out how you can join a third party certification scheme for domestic electrical work. All electrical work in dwelling must be carried out in line with Part P of the Building Regulations.

What are the parts of the part P Course?

Our Part P Course includes the following: Legislation. Health and Safety, The Building Regulations, Approved Document P, Notification to building control and non-notifiable minor work. Design. Design of circuits, selection of materials and installation.