Approved Document M of the Building Regulations states that consumer units/fuseboxes should be mounted so that the switches are 1350-1450mm above floor level. If you are looking to have electrical work done in your home, a registered electrician can advise you further. This section covers essential aspects of switchboard construction, including access to live parts, suitability, clearances, and the orientation and location of fuses and circuit-breakers. A switchboard is a large single panel, frame, or assembly of panels on which are mounted (on the face, back, or both) switches, overcurrent and other. A distribution box, also known as a distribution board or panel, is the central unit that distributes incoming electrical power to various circuits. It takes the incoming power and safely distributes it to different circuits throughout your building.
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