Facilities Regulations
Introduction
An electrical code or electrical safety code is a set of standards for the design and installation of electrical wiring in a building. Its objective is to provide standards that ensure the safety of electrical wiring systems for people and property, protecting them from electric shock and fire. They are usually based on a model code (with or without local modifications) developed by a national or international standards body.
This wiring is subject to rigorous safety standards for its design and installation. Electrical wires and cables are specified by the circuit's operating voltage and electrical current capacity, with additional restrictions based on environmental conditions such as ambient temperature range, humidity levels, and exposure to sunlight and chemicals. Circuit protection, control and distribution devices associated with a building's wiring system are subject to voltage, current and operating specifications. To ensure that wiring and associated devices are designed, selected and installed safely, they are subject to wiring safety codes or regulations, which vary by locality, country or region.
Regional codes
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Los códigos y reglamentos de instalación de cableado tienen como objetivo proteger a las personas y los bienes de descargas eléctricas e incendios. Suelen basarse en un código modelo (con o sin modificaciones locales) elaborado por una organización de normalización nacional o internacional, como la IEC.
Australia and New Zealand
In Australia and New Zealand, AS/NZS 3000, commonly known as "wiring rules", specifies requirements for the selection and installation of electrical equipment, as well as the design and testing of such installations. The standard is mandatory in both New Zealand and Australia; Therefore, all electrical works that govern it must comply with it.
Europe
In European countries, attempts have been made to harmonize national wiring standards into one IEC standard, IEC 60364. National standards, such as the NEC or CSA C22.1, generally exemplify the common objectives of IEC 60364, but provide specific rules in a format that can guide those who install and inspect electrical systems.