Author: Chris Halliday
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CHRIS HALLIDAY: Testing times
Testing and tagging of electrical gear is now the norm for businesses, but is it really necessary? Chris Halliday of PowerLogic investigates. The owner of a ... -
CHRIS HALLIDAY: To protect and serve, part one
The Los Angeles Police motto is also a good one for sparkies. In the first of two articles, Chris Halliday examines the more obscure types of ... -
CHRIS HALLIDAY: An acceptable drop
It might have been some time since you learned about voltage drop, so what are the requirements and the calculations? Chris Halliday explains. The voltage in ... -
CHRIS HALLIDAY: A life-saving trip
Do we need RCDs on all circuits, including stoves and hot water units, above and beyond the rules? Chris Halliday examines an important safety matter. Electricians, ... -
CHRIS HALLIDAY: Test lamps
Many electricians have relegated test lamps to the museum. Should the remaining old-school sparkies update or are the new mob just showing off expensive toys? Chris ... -
CHRIS HALLIDAY: Is calibration of test instruments important?
Should test instruments be checked for calibration and, if they aren’t, what are the risks? Chris Halliday sorts out the madness. Electricians use various test instruments, ...
