 Re: Changes in the 17th edition....
reg no. 411.3.3
In a.c. systems,additional protection by means of an rcd in accordance with regulation 415.1 shall be provided for:
(i) socket outlets with a rated current not exceeding 20A that are for use by ordinary persons and are intended for general use,and
(ii) mobile equipment with a rated current rating not exceeding 32A for use outdoors.
An exception to (i) is permitted for:
(a) socket outlets for use under supervision of a skilled or instructed persons, e.g. in some commercial or industrial locations, or
(b) a specific labelled or otherwise suitably identified socket-outlet provided for connection of a particular item of equipment.
not sure if i am interpriting the (i) correctly? any thoughts? |