BS 7671 Amendment 2 (the 18th Edition Amendment 2, published 2022) tightened several requirements for commercial electrical installations. Inspections post-2022 apply the new standard.
Additional protection by RCD mandatory for most socket-outlets and lighting in commercial buildings. Exceptions narrowed.
Strongly recommended (Type 2) in commercial buildings; mandatory where specific risk factors present.
Commercial buildings with car parks now have EV-ready infrastructure requirements (Part S).
Enhanced fire-safety requirements for escape routes, higher-risk occupations. Tighter cable-containment specifications.
Updated requirements — particularly relevant in three-phase commercial.
EICRs carried out post-2022 apply Amendment 2. Existing installations compliant under Amendment 1 may register C3 codes (improvement recommended) under Amendment 2.
NICEIC-certified Amendment 2-compliant electrical installation. EICR testing, emergency lighting BS 5266. See Lighting & Electrical.
Not automatically. Amendment applies to new installations and alterations. Existing compliant installations continue — but EICR recommendations may trigger upgrades.
Measured survey and fixed-price quote within 10 working days.