Classification codes
C1 means danger present. C2 means potentially dangerous. C3 is an improvement recommendation. FI means further investigation is required or recommended to determine the condition.
EICR advice
EICR C1, C2, C3 and FI explained
Plain-English explanation of common EICR observation codes and why context matters.
This is general customer guidance only. Electrical work, testing, certification and pricing must be reviewed by VLV Electrical Ltd.
Why context matters
Observation codes should be reviewed with the report limitations, installation condition and inspector judgement. Do not assume the outcome from a generic example.
Frequently asked questions
Does C3 make a report unsatisfactory?
C3 observations are improvement recommendations and do not normally make an EICR unsatisfactory on their own.
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