Registered Competent Person

1) Registered Competent Person – Electrical

1.0.1) What the Logo Means for Homeowners

When choosing an electrician, it can sometimes be difficult for homeowners to know who is properly qualified and authorised to carry out electrical work in their home. One of the easiest ways to identify a properly registered electrician is by looking for the **Registered Competent Person Electrical logo.

At Wessex Electrical Services Ltd, we are listed on the Registered Competent Person Electrical register, confirming that we are qualified to carry out electrical work in accordance with UK regulations.

This register exists to give homeowners confidence and reassurance when choosing an electrician.

2) What is Registered Competent Person – Electrical?

The Registered Competent Person Electrical scheme is a national register of electricians who are authorised to carry out electrical work that complies with Building Regulations in England.

It was created to help homeowners easily identify electricians who are:

• Properly qualified
• Independently assessed
• Able to self-certify electrical work
• Registered with a Government-approved scheme operator

Electricians listed on the register are members of recognised certification bodies such as NAPIT, NICEIC, and other authorised scheme providers.

3) Why the Logo Matters

The Registered Competent Person Electrical logo is designed to make it easy for homeowners to identify electricians who meet the requirements of the Building Regulations.

When you see this logo, it means the electrician:

✔ Has been independently assessed for technical competence
✔ Works to recognised industry standards
✔ Can self-certify electrical work under Building Regulations
✔ Is regularly assessed to ensure ongoing compliance

This helps protect homeowners from unqualified or unregistered contractors carrying out electrical work.

4) Building Regulations and Electrical Work

Electrical work carried out in homes must comply with Building Regulations, specifically Part P, which covers electrical safety.

Certain types of electrical work must legally be notified to Building Control, including:

• Installing new electrical circuits
• Replacing a consumer unit (fuse board)
• Full house rewires
• Electrical work in special locations such as bathrooms

A registered competent electrician can self-certify this work and notify Building Control on the homeowner’s behalf, making the process far simpler.

5) Certification You Should Receive

When electrical work is carried out by a registered competent electrician, you should receive appropriate documentation confirming the work has been tested and installed safely.

This may include:

1. Electrical Installation Certificate (EIC)
   Issued for larger installations such as new circuits, consumer unit replacements, or rewires.
2. Minor Electrical Installation Works Certificate
   Issued for smaller electrical alterations such as adding sockets or lighting.
3. Building Regulations Compliance Certificate
   Issued for notifiable work once it has been registered with Building Control.

These certificates confirm that the installation complies with current electrical safety standards.

6) Why Homeowners Should Choose a Registered Electrician

Electrical installations are one area of the home where safety should never be compromised.

Choosing an electrician listed on the Registered Competent Person Electrical register ensures that:

• The electrician has been independently assessed
• Work is carried out in accordance with electrical regulations
• Proper testing and certification is provided
• Building Regulations compliance is handled correctly

It is one of the most reliable ways to ensure electrical work in your home is safe, legal, and professionally installed.

7) Electrical Services Across Hampshire

At Wessex Electrical Services Ltd, we provide professional electrical services to homeowners and businesses across Hampshire, including:

• Alton
• Basingstoke
• Fleet
• Winchester
• Hartley Wintney
• Surrounding villages

Our services include:

• Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
• Consumer unit upgrades
• Electrical fault finding
• House rewiring
• Lighting installation and upgrades
• Small electrical jobs

All work is carried out in accordance with current electrical regulations and industry best practice.

8) Need Advice from a Registered Electrician?

If you are planning electrical work and want the reassurance of using a registered competent electrician, we would be happy to help.

Wessex Electrical Services Ltd

📞 01420 384247