Electrical Engineer allowed to do Electrical work?
 

hi,m
Have been reading in some other posts and the Electrical Safety Act 2002 that Electrical Engineers are able to carry out household electrical works? IS this true or have I misread the info? Also if this is the case, ie that electrical work can be carried out by an engineer, how does one get a cert of compliance.

Thanks

The short answer is NO.

The system is setup as a very closed shop and doesn't seem to allow for any exemptions for professionally qualified engineers - effectively, the only way to obtain a licence is via an apprenticeship.

In my view, the system is well overdue for an overhaul.

My experience has been that anyone can replace an electrical component with a similar one. For example, you can replace a light bulb or a ceiling fan. Beyond that, as long as you comply with the local building code, you can do whatever you want. I ran a 50 amp service from my basement to my garage and wired the entire garage. I got a permit and the building inspector was pleased.