12.07.2007
RECI News has highlighted on a number of occasions, deficiencies that arise in practice in the installation of recessed light fittings, both 230v and 12v fittings in ceilings where thermal insulation is present. This problem is still very much with us and we were informed recently by the Fire Authorities of a serious incident in the Galway area.
A two storey detached house was quite badly damaged due to fire and fortuitously escaped further extensive damage. The Fire Authority believes that the fire was caused by the recent retrofitting of thermal insulation which surrounded and covered several recessed light fittings. They have communicated their concern to the thermal insulation company involved and also to other thermal insulation installers in the area.
While it would appear that the recessed light fittings were installed correctly, the owner of the property in question was not made aware of the importance of keeping thermal insulation away from the recessed light fittings.
Registered contractors are requested to explain to the home owner/occupier (where this is possible) or the builder the importance of keeping all thermal insulation clear of all recessed light fittings.
Extra low voltage lighting provides attractive, effective, economic and reliable lighting solutions where correctly installed. Ensuring that best practice is observed in installation
work will guarantee safety and satisfaction for the user and safeguard the reputation of the installer.
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