The 2nd Amendment to the 18th edition, originally launched in 2018, covers changes from amendment 1 as well as additions from the Draft for Public Comment in 2020.
The IET have announced that the significant changes for BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 will include:
- A new requirement for Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDs) in some AC final circuits for installations in some types of higher risk residential buildings.
- The requirement for the fire safety design of buildings to be documented where specific conditions of external influence exist, such as protected escape routes and locations with risk of fire.
- Method for determining the requirement to provide overvoltage protection.
- Changes to identification, labels and notices, such as for consumer units, affecting how safety information is provided to the user of the electrical installation.
- A Chapter on Prosumer’s Low Voltage Electrical Installations, in a new part, Part 8.
The #Project18 Amendment 2 Roadshow
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This year ECA will tour the UK hosting the #Project18 Amendment 2 Roadshow which will unpack the major changes in BS 7671:2018+A2:2022.
The #Project18 Roadshow is CPD Certified event.
ECA’s Technical team will discuss these and the other changes within BS 7671:2018+A2:2022, breaking down each part, what has changed and what these changes will mean for your working practices and business.
They will be joined by representatives from Aico and Signify who will share their knowledge on topics relating to the amendment.
There will also be opportunity to ask questions, interact with ECA staff and meet our sponsors.
This event is available exclusively to our Members and will give you the opportunity to listen to expert speakers explain how the Amendment 2 will affect your business.
Places are limited, so early booking is encouraged.
The roadshow will visit 7 towns and cities throughout the U.K. between March and May.
Book your place now!
Last updated 08 February 22