Distribution Network operator (DNO), Western Power Distribution Network

Following a number of issues relating to the electrical installation (i.e. alleged damage to electrical equipment) at a rural property, I have been instructed by a Distribution Network Operator (DNO) to attend the site and carry out a visual inspection of the electrical installation and compile a report on my findings.

The site visit was subsequently arranged and undertaken, the installation was energised and the property was occupied during the inspection. I did not undertake a full inspection of the whole property.

I explained that I intended to carry out a visual inspection in an attempt to determine why, where possible, electrical equipment may have been damaged previously. In order to assist my inspection, I requested copies of any Electrical Installation Certificates (EIC) and/or Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) relating to any electrical works, or inspections undertaken on the electrical installation at the property.

The occupier of the property said that he had no copies of any such documents, although there had been a significant amount of works undertaken on the property over the years parts of the property had effectively been knocked-down and rebuilt some 10 years ago.

Client comment:

“Following many exchanges with my customer relating to post fault damage, I contacted Barry Kelly of B M Kelly and Associates Ltd to assist. Barry was very meticulous and detailed in his approach and was soon able to determine the cause of the damage which was not linked to the Distribution Network).

Barry produced a compressive and detailed account of his findings which assisted to resolve matters with my customer. Barry is an expert in his field, and a pleasure to work with.”