The IEE, a registered trademark of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), has published new guidance for electricians

Guidance Note 1 鈥� Selection and Erection of Equipment enlarges on and simplifies relevant requirements of BS 7671: 2008.

The guidance book includes detailed coverage of external influences and factors affecting the installation of cables and associated equipment.

It discusses various types of protective devices in easy-to-read text and includes colour illustrations.

Nick Canty, IET publishing director, said: 鈥淭he book provides essential information in a convenient, easy-to-use format and is essential for all electricians, electrical contractors and their managers, installation designers, and students in further education and professional training.鈥�

The book has been updated to align with the 17th Edition of the IEE鈥檚 Wiring Regulations and, for the first time, is published in colour.

  • The IET has also issued the Electrician鈥檚 Guide to Emergency Lighting.

The guide should be read in conjunction with relevant legislation: Approved Document B and British Standards, in particular BS 5266.

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Electrical and Mechanical Contractor