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30cm from sink


The Part P regulation ? That Socket outlets should be 30cm from a sink or cooker ok But i can not find in Part P document Were it says cooker isolator with out socket out let should be 30cm from cooker it does say should be placed in a position so you cant get burnt when isolating hob.But cant find reference to eg fused spurs. except splashing.Any one got any comments.

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Gazza's picture

Hi Bluechip,

To answer your question, If you take a look at the "electricians guide to the building regulations" book and look up kitchens in the index you will find there is a nice diagram showing the 30cm regulation for sockets, spurs etc from the edge of a hob or sink.

Hope this helps!

bluechip's picture

spot on should have opened my eyes. I all way's obey the rule blindly until now looked it up in OSG thank you.

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