Dave Plowman (News) wrote:
In article ,
Toby wrote:
Also any reason the earth rod can't stay "in circuit" during normal
operation (considering the lead water pipe is connected to the earthing
system 24/7 via 10mm cable and this will be acting the same, if not
better)

Using a water pipe to provide the earth isn't allowed these days.


I realise that, but as the lead water pipe is bonded, it will be acting
as an earth (but not the primary one!) too!