Socket positioning

[Tricky Dicky]

I am pretty sure this has been answered before but I cannot seem to find the topic either here or in the wiki. What are the current regulations for the positioning of sockets above floor level and near corners?

Richard

[Tim Watts]

Approved Document Part M will give you the details for a new build.

However, if you are rewiring an existing pre-Part-M house, there are no special requirements other than special locations like bathrooms.

[Tricky Dicky]

Thanks Tim

Richard

[John Rumm]

Generally wherever you like. Guidelines suggest at least 300mm from a sink / drainer and a hob. Part M kicks in for new builds and major extensions etc, then that imposes a above finished floor height of between 450mm and 1.2m IIRC.

[RobertL]

AIUI, the heights are chosen so the socket can be reached from a wheelchair. there is also a related height limit for light switches for the same reason.