Please note: This is Amendment No 2 of BS 7671:2008. If you already have a copy of BS 7671:2008+A1:2011, please purchase this document. If you do not have a copy of BS 7671:2008+A1:2011, please follow the link to purchase both BS 7671:2008+A1:2011 and Amendment No 2.
The IET Wiring Regulations Seventeenth Edition, BS 7671:2008, Amendment No 2:2013
The IET has now made available Amendment No 2 to BS 7671:2008, the IET Wiring Regulations Seventeenth Edition.
Issued on 1st August 2013, the Amendment comprises a new section: 722 – Electric Vehicle Charging Installations, based on HD 60364-7-722 (April 2012).
This follows the publication of the free corrigendum to BS 7671:2008(2011) which replaced section 710 – Medical Locations.
This amendment is vital for all involved in the installation of electric vehicle charging points. The specific requirements include PME systems, socket-outlets and connectors, as well as external influences, isolation and switching and RCD protection.
All installations designed after 31st July 2013 are to comply with BS 7671:2008 Amendment 2:2013.