On Tue, 04 Apr 2017 10:52:07 +0100, Kerr Mudd-John wrote:

> On Mon, 03 Apr 2017 14:56:13 +0100, The Natural Philosopher
>  wrote:
>
>> On 03/04/17 13:15, Ahem A Rivet's Shot wrote:
>>> On Mon, 3 Apr 2017 11:05:23 -0000 (UTC)
>>> Martin Gregorie  wrote:
>>>
> []
>>
>> Uk 13A plugs are arguably the safest in the world.
>>
>> - square pins allow for better contact reducing risk of fire through
>> overheating and arcing.
>> - the earth pin is mandatory, not optional
>
> but I've seen some made of plastic.

There are regulations to cover when that is permitted.
amongst other requirements the device must be "Double Insulated" meaning
that even if a fault develops it is impossible for any part of the casing
to become live).

>
>> - unless the earth pin is inserted the live and neutral are not
>> accessible.
>>
>> No European plug standard comes close.
>
> OK
>>
>>
> []





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