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Essential for electrical installers and installation designers, the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) have been completely restructured and updated for the first time in over a decade: this 17^th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671: 2008) will come into effect in June 2008.  Guide to the Wiring Regulations is an authoritative and accessible guide to the 17^th Edition, illustrating the changes and providing real solutions to the problems that can often occur with practical interpretation.

Written and developed by the Electrical Contractors’ Association, Guide to the Wiring Regulations brings a wealth of experience to the subject and offers clear explanations of the changes in the Standard. Starting with full coverage of the legal requirements the book then goes on to:

• provide extensive advice on circuit design, selection and erection, wiring systems, earthing and bonding; 
• explore the additional requirements of the Standard for protection against voltage disturbances and implementation of measures against electromagnetic influences (EMC);
• elaborate on the alterations to the inspection and testing requirements;
• feature practical information on the new special locations included in the 17^th Edition, particularly exhibitions, shows and stands, floor and ceiling heating systems, mobile or transportable units and photovoltaic power systems;
• highlight the changes made in the new edition to existing special locations, including bathrooms, swimming pools, agricultural and horticultural premises and caravan/camping parks.

Guide to the Wiring Regulations is an outstanding resource for all users of the 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671: 2008) including electricians who want a better understanding of the theory behind the Standard, electrical technicians, installation engineers, design engineers, and apprentices. Both trainees and practitioners will find this guide indispensable for understanding the impact of the changes introduced in the 17th Edition (BS 7671: 2008).

Additional supporting material is available at www.wiley.com/go/eca—wiringregulations

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3562 in Books
• Published on: 2008-01-25
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 302 pages

Synopsis
Essential for electrical installers and installation designers, the "IEE Wiring Regulations" (BS 7671) have been completely restructured and updated for the first time in over a decade: this 17th Edition of the "IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671: 2008)" will come into effect in June 2008. "Guide to the Wiring Regulations" is an authoritative and accessible guide to the 17th Edition, illustrating the changes and providing real solutions to the problems that can often occur with practical interpretation. Written and developed by the Electrical Contractors' Association, "Guide to the Wiring Regulations" brings a wealth of experience to the subject and offers clear explanations of the changes in the Standard.Starting with full coverage of the legal requirements, the book then goes on to: provide extensive advice on circuit design, selection and erection, wiring systems, earthing and bonding; explore the additional requirements of the Standard for protection against voltage disturbances and implementation of measures against electromagnetic influences (EMC); elaborate on the alterations to the inspection and testing requirements; feature practical information on the new special locations included in the 17th Edition, particularly exhibitions, shows and stands, floor and ceiling heating systems, mobile or transportable units and photovoltaic power systems; and, highlight the changes made in the new edition to existing special locations, including bathrooms, swimming pools, agricultural and horticultural premises and caravan/camping parks.

"Guide to the Wiring Regulations" is an outstanding resource for all users of the "17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations" (BS 7671: 2008) including electricians who want a better understanding of the theory behind the Standard, electrical technicians, installation engineers, design engineers, and apprentices. Both trainees and practitioners will find this guide indispensable for understanding the impact of the changes introduced in the 17th Edition (BS 7671: 2008).

From the Back Cover
Guide to the Wiring Regulations

17^th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671: 2008)

Darrell Locke IEng MIEE ACIBSE, Electrical Contractors′ Association, UK

Essential for electrical installers and installation designers, the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) have been completely restructured and updated for the first time in over a decade: this 17^th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671: 2008) will come into effect in June 2008. Guide to the Wiring Regulations is an authoritative and accessible guide to the 17^th Edition, illustrating the changes and providing real solutions to the problems that can often occur with practical interpretation.

Written and developed by the Electrical Contractors’ Association, Guide to the Wiring Regulations brings a wealth of experience to the subject and offers clear explanations of the changes in the standard. Starting with full coverage of the legal requirements the book then goes on to:

• provide extensive advice on circuit design, selection and erection, wiring systems, earthing and bonding;

• explore the additional requirements of the Standard for protection against voltage disturbances and implementation of measures against electromagnetic influences (EMC);
• elaborate on the alterations to the inspection and testing requirements;
• feature practical information on the new special locations included in the 17^th Edition, particularly exhibitions, shows and stands, floor and ceiling heating systems, mobile or transportable units and photovoltaic power systems;
• highlight the changes made in the new edition to existing special locations, including bathrooms, swimming pools, agricultural and horticultural premises and caravan/camping parks.

Guide to the Wiring Regulations is an outstanding resource for all users of the 17th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671: 2008) including electricians who want a better understanding of the theory behind the Standard, electrical technicians, installation engineers, design engineers, and apprentices. Both trainees and practitioners will find this guide indispensable for understanding the impact of the changes introduced in the 17th Edition (BS 7671: 2008).

Additional supporting material is available at www.wiley.com/go/eca—wiringregulations

About the Author
Author - Darrell Locke

Darrell has over 25 years experience in the Electrical Industry, which includes being employed by the Electrical Contractors' Association as their Technical Manager-Power for over 10 years. Much of Darrell's work is spent specialising in the continuous development of The IEE Wiring Regulations, BS 7671 in conjunction with the British Standards Institute and the IET (Formerly The Institution of Electrical Engineers) with whom he is a member. Over the years he has produced a number of publications and has spoken at conferences, seminars and live radio regarding various electrical matters. He has been deeply involved in the drafting of BS 7671: 2008 and also with the corresponding standards European and international level. Darrell is a Chairman of one of the four Panels of the Wiring Regulations committee dealing with a considerable amount of the document.

Customer Reviews

Good but not perfect
This book gives a clear explanation of some of the unclear parts of BS7671:2008

However, there are mistakes in it which could lead to electricians unwittingly making non-compliant installations. For example, the guide says several times that you don't need an RCD on cables installed less than 50mm deep if they are in the 'safe zones'. However, BS7671:2008 specifically says that you DO need an RCD in that situation (522.6.7).

So, the book is good, but you must read and understand BS7671:2008 as well!

A good book for the Basic/Intermediate Level Technician/Engineer
My first impressions of the book is that it is clear and concise on the information it provides to a reader. I do like the early chapter explaining how the BS7671 reads and develops with current regulations.

Despite the book demonstrates many changes in the 17th edition; it doesn't reference to the latest lightning protection BS EN 62305:2006 which is currently running in parallel with the BS 6651:1999 and will supersede this standard on 31/08/08. The book mentions that SPDs are not required in the UK this should be established once the relevant risk assessment has been tasked.

On the whole, I do believe it is a worthwhile book to invest in.

At last, a readable guide to the IEE wiring regulations !
This book is an excellent, clear guide to the IEE wiring regulations, suitable for all users of the regulations.
I found both the text and in particular the illustrations, very useful in resolving different interpretations surrounding earthing and bonding issues.
There is also a very useful short section on harmonic assessment.
I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommeding the book to both practising electricians and electrical circuit designers.