SiteHQ practical guide
Electrical isolation record versus EIC
The difference between controlling an isolation and certifying electrical installation work.
The short answer
An isolation record shows what was isolated, how the safe state was controlled and how reinstatement was managed. An Electrical Installation Certificate is a specialist certificate for electrical installation work. They are not interchangeable.
A realistic example
Before a ceiling strip-out, a competent person isolates circuit L4-07 and records the isolation. If new electrical installation work is later completed, the appropriate certification is a separate process.
How SiteHQ supports the workflow
SiteHQ’s available isolation workflow records the isolation and reinstatement sequence. EIC, MEIWC and EICR workflows remain separately labelled and gated.
Primary guidance
Guidance can change. Check the current source and obtain competent or professional advice for the real project.