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Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) – Terms & Conditions

This document sets out the scope, extent, and limitations of the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) 

1. Scope of Inspection & Testing

The purpose of the EICR is to assess, as far as reasonably practicable, the condition of the electrical installation and to determine whether it complies with the current edition of BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations).

• The report identifies safety defects, non-compliances, and items requiring improvement or further investigation.

• The inspection is limited to the fixed electrical installation only. It does not include portable appliances, ancillary systems, or specialist equipment unless specifically agreed in writing.

2. Extent of Testing

The following inspections and tests are included where accessible and practicable:

• Visual inspection of readily accessible accessories, switchgear, distribution boards, and protective devices.

• Testing of final circuits and protective conductors, subject to accessibility.

• Verification of earthing and bonding continuity.

• Polarity, earth fault loop impedance, and RCD testing where applicable.

3. Limitations & Exclusions

The following limitations apply to all EICR inspections and tests unless otherwise agreed:

• No lifting of floors, carpets, or coverings for inspection purposes.

• No inspection of concealed cables within walls, floors, or building fabric.

• No insulation resistance testing between live conductors (L–N) to prevent potential damage to connected equipment.

• No testing of Extra Low Voltage (ELV) installations (e.g., security, data, fire alarm, CCTV, or communication systems).

• 25% sample inspection of switches, sockets, light fittings, and other accessories, unless otherwise agreed.

• No identification of characteristics of primary supply overcurrent devices – it is assumed to be as stated on the service cut-out fuse label.

• No verification of cable routing in prescribed zones or within mechanical protection.

• No inspections carried out in inaccessible voids such as roof spaces, floor voids, or behind built-in fittings and appliances.

• No destructive inspections – only readily visible and accessible accessories are inspected.

• Circuit protective conductors verified by R2 continuity testing with main bonding connected.

• No testing carried out on equipment where isolation would cause disruption to critical systems or services (e.g., IT, life-safety, medical, or essential business equipment).

• No testing of fixed equipment where disconnection could result in damage to the installation or manufacturer’s warranty.

• No responsibility is accepted for latent defects that are not apparent during a visual and non-invasive inspection.

• No responsibility for defects arising after the date of inspection.

4. Client Responsibilities

• The client must ensure safe and unhindered access to all areas of the installation.

• The client is responsible for advising of any critical or sensitive equipment prior to testing.

• Where access is restricted, the report will record "Not Inspected (NI)" and this shall not be considered a defect in the report.

5. Report Validity

• The EICR provides a record of the condition of the installation at the time of inspection only.

• The report does not guarantee that the installation will remain safe for continued use for the recommended period.

• The recommended re-test period stated in the report is advisory and based on the installation’s observed condition.

6. Liability

• The inspector’s liability is limited to the accuracy of observations made at the time of the inspection, subject to the limitations above.

• No liability is accepted for consequential loss, interruption of service, or damage to equipment arising from testing, except where caused by negligence.

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