What is the latest amendment to BS 7671?
Amendment 1
The IET Wiring Regulations, the essential publication for all professionals in the electrotechnical and engineering services sector, underwent an overhaul when the 18th Edition (BS 7671:2018) came into full effect in 2019. Amendment 1, which concerns electric vehicle charge points, came into effect on 1 February 2020.
What is excluded from BS 7671?
Installations that are excluded from BS 7671: Systems for the distribution of electricity to the public. Railway traction equipment, rolling stock and signalling equipment. Radio interference suppression equipment, except so far as it affects safety of the electrical installation.
Is BS 7671 a legal requirement?
In itself, there is no legal requirement to comply with the requirements of BS 7671, however, much legislation including the Electricity, Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations 2002 and Part P of the Building Regulations 2010 refers to BS 7671 as the standard to be achieved.
What is BS 7671 amendment?
A key aim of Amendment 1 of the Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018) is to enable advances in electric vehicle charging technologies which weren’t available at the time of the original publication. Amendment 1 is solely focused on section 722: electrical vehicle charging installations.
Do I need 18th edition if I have 17th?
After conducting a survey and listening to feedback from our cardholders, the ECS has amended the deadline by which Registered Electricians with the 17th Edition Wiring Regulations must gain the 18th Edition. From 01 January 2020, when Registered Electricians renew their card they must hold the 18th Edition.
What is not covered by BS 7671?
Out of scope for BS7671 The circuit voltage is greater than 1,000 VAC, or 1,500 VDC. The installation is related to machines (aircraft, boats, vehicles, trains, industrial equipment, lifts) Mines and quarries. Distribution of electricity, lightning conductors, electric fences.
Where does BS 7671 not apply?
There are, however, many types of system, equipment and hazard to which BS 7671 is not applicable; for example, certain installations at mines and quarries, equipment on vehicles, systems for public electricity supply and explosion protection.
What is the purpose of BS7671?
Introduced energy efficiency performance levels and the use of surge protection devices and arc fault detection devices.
When did BS7671 come into force?
The IEE/BSI Requirements for electrical installations has been updated as BS 7671:2008 Requirements for electrical installations. IEE wiring regulations. 17th Edition. This creates a new revised edition of the wiring regulations, which came into effect on 1 July 2008.
Is the 17th edition of BS 7671 still relevant?
Although the 17th Edition of BS 7671 is due to be replaced by the 18th Edition in January 2019, the 17th Edition is relevant today and will still be as relevant long after that date. The main reason for this is… Any installation designed before January 2019 would only need to comply with the 17th Edition.
When did BS7671 + A3 come into effect?
• 1st January 2015: BS7671:2008+A3 was published. Installations designed after this date may comply and be certified to these new standards or be designed and certified to BS7671:2008+A2 (for a maximum transitional period of 6 months) • 1st July 2015: BS7671:2008+A2 Installations designed after this date must comply fully with BS7671:2008+A3
When did the consultation period end for BS7671?
There was a consultation period held last year where there was opportunity for anyone to comment on the proposed amendments. The consultation period ended on 6th September 2010, and the amendments have now been finalised. What are the main amendments to BS7671?
What are the regulations for electrical equipment in BS 7671?
of electrical equipment in BS 7671:2008 were contained in Fundamental Principles in Chapter 13. These regulations remain the same. Regulation 132.12 states: Electrical equipment shall be arranged so as to afford as may be necessary: (i) sufficient space for the initial installation and later replacement of individual items of electrical equipment