Are solar installers required to be certified electricians?
Asked by Anton Saksa 
11 months ago
Last Updated: May 26, 2024
Just a heads up, solar installers and electricians are not the same thing!
That’s a big mess
Oops, what went wrong there
But did you know that some electricians specialize in solar installation? It’s becoming increasingly common
It’s frustrating to see IPLD’s being used to splice mains like that in the panels; it’s better to just refeed everything
That’s right! They may be experienced in solar work, but that’s a whole different ballgame compared to commercial and industrial electrical projects
Skipping permits and inspections is a risky move
So why would someone choose to have solar panels installed if they lack an understanding of how electricity functions? It’s a messed up world, which is why I always recommend calling an electrician 😤
I work as an electrician/technician and part of my job involves installing solar panels, performing PMS and RM of battery storage sub stations, and managing BOP of high voltage transformers. In my experience, a mistake was made in the termination of the Current Transformer ”CT”, which led to a high current buildup and ultimately caused the CT to melt.
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This situation is simply foolish, reckless, and extremely hazardous!