Contents
Chapter
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ETCI Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Address from the ETCI Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ETCI Chief Executive Officer’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
General Information on ETCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
ETCI Apprentice Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
IEC “1906 Award” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Historical Reflections on
• Technical Committee No. 2 (Electrical Installations) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
• Technical Committee No. 10 (Electrical Equipment in Medical Practice) . . . . . . . . . .16
Reports from ETCI Technical Committees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Appendices
Technical Committee Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
ETCI Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Fatal Accident Statistics due to Electricity (2004 – 2006) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
ETCI Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
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ETCI Membership - 31st March 2006
Chairman:
Vice- Chairmen:
Treasurer:
Immediate Past-Chairman:
Mr. John Egan.
Mr. Gerard Buckley, Mr. Michael Hanly.
Mr. Michael Moran
Mr. Peter Church.
ETCI Directors
Mr. John Egan (Chairman),
Mr. Gerard Buckley,
Mr. Peter Church,
Mr. Niall Dunne,
Mr. Michael Hanly,
Mr. Michael Keaveny,
Mr. Michael Moran,
Mr. John A. O’Doherty,
Mr. Noel O’Riordan,
Mr. James Rice.
Chief Executive Officer & Company Secretary:
Personal Assistant:
Accounts Assistant:
Mr. Patrick Hession.
Ms. Orla O’Connor.
Ms. Ann McCann.
ETCI Secretariat, Glasnevin.
Head of Secretariat:
Mr. Brian Cunningham
Mr. Brian Abbott, Mr. Derek Bridges, Dr. Ian Cowan,
Ms. Chrissie Keane, Mr. Shane Kelly,
Mr. Garreth O’Brien.
ETCI Permanent Delegate to CENELEC & IEC:
ETCI Permanent Delegate to ISSA (Electricity Section):
Mr. Brian Cunningham.
Mr. Eamon O’Flynn
Member Organisations
Association of Consulting Engineers of Ireland
Association of Electrical Contractors (Ireland)
Association of Electrical Wholesalers
Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers
Consumer Affairs, Office of the Director of
Consumers’ Association of Ireland
Dublin City Council
Dublin Institute of Technology
Eircom
Electrical Contractors’ Association
Electrical Manufacturers & Distributors Association
Electricity Supply Board
Health & Safety Authority
Information & Communications Technology (ICT) Ireland
Institution of Electrical Engineers
Institution of Engineers of Ireland
Institution of Incorporate Engineers
Representatives
Mr. John Egan
Mr. Michael Moran
Mr. Niall Dunne
Mr. Kevin O’Connell
Ms. Catherine Lenihan
Mr. Mel Gannon
Mr. Pat Caden
Mr. Michael Farrell
Mr. Owen Wynne
Mr. Liam Redmond
Mr. Peter Church
Mr.Tim Hennessy
Mr. Padraig Delaney
Mr. John O’Sullivan
Mr. Kevin Tracey
Mr. Noel O’Riordan
Mr. Liam Traynor
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Member Organisations
Irish Cable Makers Association
Irish Engineering Enterprises Federation
National Irish Safety Organisation
Radio Telefis Eireann
Technical, Engineering & Electrical Union
Trinity College Dublin
University College Dublin
Representatives
Mr. Dave Gilmore
Mr. James Rice
Mr. Michael Buckley
Mr. Michael Chaney
Mr. Dave Naughton
Prof.William Coffey
Mr. Jeremiah O’Dwyer
Co-opted Members
Michael Hanly
John A. O’Doherty
Michael Keaveny
ETCI Head Office
Unit H12,
Centrepoint Business Park,
Oak Road,
Dublin 12.
Tel: 01 429 0088
Fax: 01 429 0090
Email: info@etci.ie
www.etci.ie
ETCI Secretariat*
ETCI Secretariat,
National Standards Authority of Ireland,
Ballymun Road,
Glasnevin,
Dublin 9.
Tel: 01 807 3800
Fax: 01 807 3838
Email: etci@nsai.ie
* The ETCI Secretariat will be located at the National Standards Authority of Ireland’s new offices located at
Swift Square, Northwood, Santry, Dublin 9 with effect from April 2008.
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Chairman’s Address
Introduction
Mr. John Egan, Chairman ETCI
Despite having lived/worked
with many very committed
colleagues as part of the
evolving
and
changing
institution for many years it is
nevertheless a pleasant shock
apart from being a great honour
to find oneself Chairman of
such distinguished and able
achievers in the world of
electrotechnology for the period
2004 – 2006.
During this time the issues consuming the Council’s energy saw the
tiger economy peak and the vision of uncertain future emerge.
The pressures consequent on such growth resulted in increased
activity for the member organisations in the area of new products
and technical developments resulting from an unprecedented range
of new materials and IT applications.
The Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) has worked at great
speed on the criteria for ensuring safe, competitive, competent and
certified electrical works. This has involved serious prolonged work
by our task group and other members of the Board to optimise the
regulations in relation to overall objectives. This will result in a more
closely controlled and certified operation of all works carried out by
electrical contractors. CER has acknowledged the quality and value
of the input from the ETCI participants.
Whereas the first phase of the criteria document has been
completed and public comment received there will be much more
work required consequent on the implementation of the criteria
requirements involving further input from the ETCI.
Technical Management Committee
The Technical Management Committee (TMC) usually meets four
times a year and comprises members of NSAI as well as ETCI. This
Committee perhaps best illustrates the essential team working with
NSAI at its best. It deals with all aspects of technical applications
and emerging requirements with reference to the “Procedures
Manual”. The TMC tries to facilitate the TCs when difficulties
emerge. The “manual” is a living document which is modified as
required as issues arise. It is worthwhile reading for any newcomer
to Council operations.
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The ETCI CEO is very familiar with all sections of the “manual”
but welcomes any comment on issues requiring clarification.
It has been remarked that it is one of the best procedures documents
in any institution but it is continually tested for performance by the
TMC in handling the issues under consideration.
During this period the position of Chairman of the TMC was
agreed as the Chairman of ETCI and the Secretary as the NSAI
appointee, currently Brian Abbott who executes a difficult
potentially mundane task in an excellent and refreshing style.
Training
The Training Committee has been very active due to our Council’s
perception that our somewhat complex products need to be
delivered competently. The purpose is manifold but of major
concern is adequate competent delivery and that the market be
properly informed.
Within the ATEX field this period has seen development of an
ATEX Training Manual, a certification system and further training
courses as conceived and realised by Noel O’Riordan and TC 6.
Informing and catching the attention of the market has quite a few
problems. The scarcity of time for high quality presenters and the
availability of high quality senior technical personnel as attendees
requires a formulaic approach to be refined.
The Training Committee thinks laterally and has a very difficult task
as we try to provide training that is not available elsewhere. This is
a core difficulty financially due to the niche market effect.
An aspect of training that has concerned the board is the lack of
teaching in the third level institutes concerning Standards, Statutes,
and Regulations. Highly educated graduates are leaving college
with little or no awareness of the thousands of references they will
meet under these headings. We did write to some of the colleges
who have expressed interest. We have also spoken with Engineers
Ireland and they are interested in having a programme developed.
Technical Committees
All our Technical Committees (TCs) are active, to a degree in
response to market and demand but mainly dependent on the
availability of volunteer experts.
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The longer I have been associated with the ETCI the more my
appreciative amazement of my colleagues for the National posterity
increases. Our technical participants come from all areas including
key activities by NSAI colleagues.
In conclusion I would like to reiterate my thanks to NSAI and CER
for the support that is essential to the continued operation of ETCI.
Our thanks are always due to ESB Networks whose fundamental
support built the strength of the organisation.
Perhaps most noticeable are the Wiring Rules TCs 2 & 3.These TCs
are continually busy as their products directly affect the construction
and manufacturing industries. The individual TC reviews are dealt
with in detail in the body of the review.
The “Department”, as represented by Michael Davitt, has always
been keen in support and Ministerial communication when
required and this support is particularly appreciated.
The TC 2 magnum opus, the Fourth Edition, in reaching conclusion
under the director Jim Keogh and permanent conductor Tony
O’Doherty. Congratulations are due to all on TC 2 but particularly
Tony O’Doherty.
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Above all it is the Council members and the technical experts to
whom our appreciation is due and they will ensure the successful
future of the ETCI.
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Review of 2004 – 2006
Chief Executive Officer’s Report
General
Mr. Patrick Hession, CEO ETCI
The period 2004 to 2006
coincided with the tenure of
John Egan as Chairman of
ETCI. John, who represents the
Association of Consulting
Engineers of Ireland on the
Council of ETCI, took over the
role of Chairman from Peter
Church on 20th April 2004.This
period saw many changes within
Irish industry, in particular the
electrical contracting industry
and presented ETCI with a
challenge and opportunity to
adapt to these changes.
ETCI’s New Offices
The most significant event during the three year period was
undoubtedly the purchase and move to the new ETCI Offices at
Centrepoint Business Park in January 2004.The Offices, which were
officially opened by the ESB Chief Executive Officer, Padraig
McManus on 2nd April 2004, is ETCI’s first permanent home
having spent the intervening years since ETCI’s inception in office
space provided by ESB. The new offices were specially designed to
suit ETCI’s core activities and to facilitate ETCI’s technical
committees by providing state-of-the-art meeting facilities and to
encourage a virtual meeting concept by installing the most up to
date collaborative tools.
ETCI itself also acknowledged the invaluable voluntary
contribution from its Technical Committee members when it
introduced the ETCI Distinguished Service Award (DSA) in 2005
to mark 25 years of ETCI service in the standardisation process, in
the development of ETCI publications and in the production and
presentation of ETCI training courses and seminars. The DSA is a
gold tie pin which was specially commissioned for ETCI and was
presented to 17 Technical Committee members on its’ introductory
year in 2005. Two further awards were presented in 2006. The
recipients of the DSA are listed below.
ETCI’s Association with CER
Another significant event to take place in this period was the launch
of the CER criteria for the issue of regulatory licences to the
electrical contracting regulatory bodies. ETCI had lobbied for many
years to have such an initiative introduced to improve safety
standards within the electrical contracting industry; an ETCI
delegation briefed the Interdepartmental Review Group on Public
Safety at Dublin Castle on this subject during February 2002; ETCI
personnel actively participated in the CER Criteria Implementation
Working Groups and finally ETCI witnessed the launch of these
Criteria by the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural
Resources, Dermott Ahern, T.D., on 23rd September 2004. In
ETCI’s Voluntary Input
ETCI recognises the voluntary input of approximately 250 technical
experts, and the cooperation of their employers in facilitating this
input, as the hallmark of ETCI’s success. One of ETCI’s longest
serving technical expert, Keane Harley, retired from the Chair of
ETCI’s Technical Committee 2 (Electrical Installations) after 34
years of dedicated service. In the international field this technical
expertise was recognised when the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) awarded Frank Farrell in 2005 with the IEC
“1906 Award”, in its inaugural year, for his outstanding and
invaluable contribution within IEC Subcommittee 77A
(Electromagnetic Compatibility – Low Frequency Phenomena) and
his excellent spirit of co-operation with all SC77A experts. IEC
introduced the “1906 Award” to mark its centenary celebrations.
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At the launch of the CER Criteria were Jim Keogh, ESB Networks and
ETCI TC2, John Shine, Executive Director, ESB Networks, Minister for
Communications, Marine & Natural Resources, Dermot Ahern,T.D.,Tom
Reeves, Commissioner for Energy Regulation, and Jim Dullaghan, ESB
Networks.
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December 2006 the Energy (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act was
enacted. This Act gave statutory power to the CER to enforce the
criteria for the issue of licences to the electrical contracting
regulatory bodies. ETCI continued its involvement with CER by
assisting the CER through participation at the Electrical
Contractors’ Criteria Review Panel.
ETCI Publications & Certification Process
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ATEX Series of Training Courses.
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ATEX Sub-System Completion Certificate.
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National Rules for Electrical Installations, Fourth Edition.
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Code of Practice for Portable Appliance Testing.
ETCI also developed two further publications on portable appliance
testing and on the basic principles of electrical safety but decided to
defer final production so that the terms of the imminent
introduction of the new Health & Safety at Work Act, and its
associated Regulations and Guidelines, would be reflected in the
publications.
The ETCI on-line certification system for domestic and industrial
installations went live in August 2004. This certification system was
further enhanced in 2006 with the business-to-business merging of
the ETCI electronic completion certification system with the ESB
Networks MPRN site. This merging enables the electrical
contractor to automatically populate the ETCI electronic
completion certificate with data from the MPRN site. The ETCI
system is now recognised as the most advanced online certification
system available and the potential of this certification has been
recognised for adaptation in other areas such as hazardous areas and
in future fire alarms and emergency lighting certification.
At the launch of the “Code of Practice for the Design, Selection,Testing
and Erection of LV Switchboards for Commercial & Industrial
Applications” were Jim Rice, Chairman TC4, Micheál Martin, Minister for
Enterprise,Trade & Employment and Michael Keaveny, Secretary TC4.
The period 2004 to 2006 was a very productive time for the ETCI
Publications Committee which produced 6 publications that had
been prepared by various technical committees notably TC2, TC4
and TC6.These publications are:
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Amendment No.2 to National Rules for Electrical Installations (3rd
Edition 2004).
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National Rules for Inspection and Certification of Existing Electrical
Installations for Reconnection to the Distribution System.
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Code of Practice for the Design, Selection and Erection of Low Voltage
Switchboards for Industrial/Commercial Installations.
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ETCI Procedures
The ETCI Procedures were introduced in 1997 to regularise ETCI’s
activities and to standardise procedures. The purpose of the
Procedures is to equip TC members in understanding the modus
operandi of ETCI and are intended to guide members in their
relationship with ETCI and in their attendance at international
meetings. The procedures are continuously evolving to cater for
changing circumstances and the TMC regularly update the
procedures. During this review period, the following procedures
were added:
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Procedure for the Proper Use of the ETCI Logo and ETCI Generated
Text.
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Procedure for the Preparation of a New ETCI Publication.
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Procedure for the Processing of Indigenous Projects
Code of Practice for the Use of Residual Current Devices
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Procedure for ETCI Training
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Guidelines for Extensions, Additions and Alterations to Existing
Electrical Installations.
and amendments applied to the following procedures
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Guide to the Selection and Use of Residual Current Devices.
Work continued on the development of the following publications
and training courses:
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Fundamental Principles of Electricity & Electrical Safety.
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Training Course on the Fundamental Principles of Electricity &
Electrical Safety.
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Area Classification (Non-Electrical) Training Course & Workshop.
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Procedure 1:Terms of Reference for Technical Management Committee.
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Procedure 2: Conduct of Technical Committees/Task Forces.
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Procedure 3: Appeals Procedure - New Appeals Procedure issued.
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Procedure 7: Rules for Authorisation of Missions Where Travel &
Subsistence Expenses incurred thereon are to be Claimed.
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Procedure 16: Hosting ETCI Seminars and ETCI Training Courses.
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Promotion of Electrical Safety
& Public Relations
ETCI was very active during 2004 to 2006 in its promotion of
electrical safety. Traditionally, Technical Committee No.5 has been
involved in collecting and analysing data on electrical fatalities in the
Republic of Ireland and has helped to raise awareness of the risks
associated with the use of electricity. In addition to commenting on
each of the electrical fatalities on an annual basis, TC5 has also
provided all relevant data on a 10-year rolling basis, presenting the
statistics in as informative a manner as possible. During the period
TC5 developed a fatal accident database which came be accessed
from the ETCI website.This database gives information on fatalities
due to electrical accidents since 1995.
ETCI continued its Annual Apprentice Award scheme throughout
the period 2004 to 2006 to foster a greater awareness of electrical
safety and to recognise the achievements of Ireland’s top electrical
apprentices. ETCI is most appreciative of the sponsorship of
Electrofast and Instrument Technology in presenting the awards.
ETCI’s public awareness campaign during the period included
public notices in the National Press, in association with HSA,
advising the public to test RCDs on the lead-up to the vernal and
autumnal equinoctial time change. ETCI also produced a safety
video titled “RCDs Saving Lives” promoting the importance of
RCDs as an electrical safety device.This video can be viewed on the
ETCI web site and on the “YouTube” website.A number of external
organisations, e.g. ESB, promote this video as part of electrical safety
awareness. This video, supported by interactive displays, forms the
focal point of the ETCI Stand at trade shows, conferences or events
such as the NISO Annual Conference or the National Ploughing
Championship at which ETCI is a regular exhibitor.
Mr. Paddy Doyle
Mr.Tony Lawlor
Mr. John Egan
Mr. Frank Mahon
Mr. Seamus Elmore
Mr. Conal McConnell
Mr. Charlie Farnan
Mr. Joe Nelson
Mr. J.J. Farrell
Mr.Tony O’Doherty
Mr. Kevin Halpenny
Mr. Charlie O’Neill
Mr. Keane Harley
Mr. Noel O’Riordan
Mr. Michael Keaveny
Mr. Dermot Ryle
Special mention should be made to the non-occurrence of any
electrical fatality in 2006 – the first year ever in Ireland with no
fatality due to an electrical accident. ETCI contributes this statistic
mainly to the use and testing of RCDs.
Recipients of the
Distinguished Service Award
2005
Dr. Ron Kirkham
2006
Mr. Brian Abbott
Mr. Donal O’Halloran
ETCI Training
ETCI considers training within the electrotechnical environment as
an effective method in promoting electrical safety and in
disseminating information of an electrical safety nature from ETCI
Technical Committees. ETCI established its Training Committee in
July 2004 to oversee the development and delivery of training
courses on various aspects of its publications including the National
Rules for Electrical Installations, ATEX matters, EC Directives and
Statutory Instruments dealing with electrical safety. During the
review period the following courses were developed and presented
by ETCI:
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Seminar & Workshop on Safety, Health & Welfare at Work
Regulations S.I.258/2003.
Training Course & Workshop on Hazardous Area Classification.
Training Course on the Management of Electrical Safety at
Work.
Training Course on the Verification & Certification of Electrical
Installations.
The first recipients of the ETCI Distinguished Service Award pictured with
Micheál Martin, Minister for Enterprise,Trade & Employment.
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General Outline of ETCI
he Electro-Technical Council of Ireland Limited
(ETCI) is a voluntary body of twenty-four
organisations representative of all aspects of electrotechnology in the Republic of Ireland.The Council
was established in 1972 as the national body
responsible for the harmonisation of standards in the
electrotechnical field in collaboration with the National Standards
Authority of Ireland (NSAI). ETCI is the Irish member of European
Committee for Electrotechnical Standardisation (CENELEC), the
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the
Electricity Section of the International Social Security Association
(ISSA). ETCI was incorporated as a company limited by guarantee
in April 2000.
The third objective is achieved through
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the preparation and publication of rules, guides and codes of
practice to their effective implementation in practice.The ETCI
publications list is illustrated at Appendix 4
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developing brochures and safety videos on the precautions for
the safe use of electrical equipment and appliances for the
benefit of the general public and of particular communities with
it.
ETCI’s Mission Statement
To achieve its objectives ETCI has defined its Mission Statement as
follows:
Objectives
The objectives of ETCI are:
(1) To promote and coordinate standardisation in all branches of
electrotechnology in harmony with international agreements
and in collaboration with NSAI.
“To provide the representative voice of the Irish Electrical Industry on
technical matters relating to safety and standards both in National and
International Forums.”
The Operation of ETCI
(2) To establish liaison with similar bodies in other countries, both
at European and world wide levels.
(3) To promote electrical safety in electrical equipment and
installations and to encourage an awareness of electrical safety
amongst the general public.
(4) To advise and make recommendations on any matter pertaining
to electrotechnology subject to the statutory powers, duties and
functions of other bodies.
In achieving the first two objectives, ETCI
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contributes to the development of international standards
through the participation of its technical Committees with their
counterparts from EU and other countries in the deliberations
of the relevant CENELEC and IEC technical bodies to which
standard making is assigned.
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refers the resulting agreed texts to NSAI for publication as Irish
standards
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participates in the formulation by CENELEC and its
constituent bodies of international schemes of certification and
mutual recognition of the quality and safety characteristics of
electrotechnical products.
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The work of ETCI is accomplished by a process of consultation
leading to consensus, through the agency of a number of executive
sub-committees, Technical Committees and Task Forces. The
governing body of ETCI is its Council which is comprised of one
representative from each of the member organisations. The
organisation chart shows the relationship between the Council of
ETCI and its various committees.
As a voluntary organisation, ETCI is dependent on the voluntary
contribution of the approximately 250 technical experts who
contribute towards the work of ETCI Technical Committees and
Task forces. ETCI acknowledges with gratitude this voluntary
contribution and the high commitment to the standardisation
process, to the development of ETCI publications and to the
production and presentation of training courses and seminars. ETCI
also acknowledges the support of the Technical Committee
members’ employers for their support in releasing these members to
undertake ETCI work and in the financial support towards their
attendance at international meetings.
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Council
Technical Committees (TCs)
The Council is the governing body made up of one representative
from each member organisation.
Fourteen TCs have been set up by the Council to deal with specific
sectors of electrotechnology.These TCs cover the broad spectrum of
electrotechnology.
ETCI Board
Task Forces (TFs)
The Board of Directors, which consists of the Chairman, ViceChairmen, Treasurer, Immediate Past-Chairman and nominated
persons, is responsible for the business and operational affairs of the
Council.
International Policy Committee (IPC)
The scope of the IPC is to determine the ETCI position on policy
and administrative matters of IEC and CENELEC.
TFs are set up by the Council to carry out a specific task.
Sub-Committees (SCs)
A sub-committee is set up by a Technical Committee to deal with
part of the work within its scope
Working Group
Training Committee
A Working Group is set up by a Technical Committee or a SubCommittee to carry out a specific task.
The scope of the Training Committee is to plan, develop and market
the ETCI training programme and to oversee the implementation
of this programme.
Publication Committee
Technical Management Committee (TMC)
The TMC coordinates and monitors work programmes of the
Technical Committees.
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The function of the Publication Committee is to complete the final
phase in the preparation of an ETCI publication i.e. from receipt of
the final proof from the editing Technical Committee to delivery of
the printed publication from the printer.
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ETCI Apprentice Awards
he concept of the ETCI Apprenticeship Awards
was first broached in November 1992 in order to
foster a greater awareness of electrical safety, to
recognise the achievements of Ireland’s top
electrical apprentices and to strengthen ETCI’s
links with the Electrotechnical Education Centres. With the
assistance the Department of Education, this concept came to
fruition for the 1992-93 academic year with the presentation of
awards at ELEX 94, the National Electrotechnical Exhibition.
Raymond Finnegan completed Phase 2 of his apprenticeship at the
FÁS Training Centre, Dundalk and Phases 4 and 6 at the Dundalk
Institute of Technology.
On the occasion of the 2004 awards, ETCI acknowledged the
achievement of Dundalk Institute of Technology in bringing both
apprentices to this level of excellence by presenting a plaque to the
Institute.
In 2001, ETCI revised its electrical apprentice award scheme in line
with the new system of electrical apprenticeship. The Awards now
consist of two prizes which are presented annually to the
prizewinners in Electrical Commercial Installation and in Electrical
Industrial Installation of the National Apprentice Competition.
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Since its inception, the Managing Director of Electrofast Ltd., Mr.
Eamonn Cullen, and the Managing Director of Instrument
Technology Limited, Mr. Paul Sharkey, have generously donated the
prizes for the awards.The support and generosity of Eamonn Cullen
and Paul Sharkey is greatly appreciated by ETCI.
ETCI avails of the occasion of its Annual Dinner, held in the
Davenport Hotel, Merrion Square each year, to present the awards.
ETCI is most appreciative for the attendance of the Minister for
Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Mr. Micheál Martin, T.D., at the
Annual Dinner to present the awards. ETCI also acknowledges with
gratitude the assistance of Mr. Liam Corcoran, Senior Inspector,
Department of Education and Science and Ms. Claire Lennon from
the National Skills & World Skills Competition Unit at the
Department of Education and Science in selecting the prizewinners
for the ETCI Awards.
Below are the results of the ETCI Apprentice Awards for 2004, 2005
and 2006:
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Electrical Commercial Installation Category: Mr. Michael
Kinsella, Drommad, Gorey, Co.Wexford.
Electrical Industrial Installation Category: Mr. Sean Stack, Banna
Cross, Ardfert, Co. Kerry.
Michael Kinsella completed Phase 2 of his apprenticeship at the FÁS
Training Centre, Wexford, Phase 4 at the ESB Training Centre,
Glasnevin, Dublin and Phase 6 at Waterford Institute of Technology.
Michael represented Ireland at the 2005 World Skills Competition
which was held in Helsinki and was awarded the bronze medal in
the Electrical Commercial Installation Category.
Sean Stack completed Phase 2 of his apprenticeship at the FÁS
Training Centre, Tralee and Phases 4 and 6 at Cork Institute of
Technology. He also represented Ireland at the 2005 World Skills
Competition and was awarded a medallion for excellence in the
Electrical Industrial Installation Category.
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Electrical Commercial Installation Category: Mr. Nicky Carr,
Killane, Enniscorthy, Co.Wexford.
Electrical Industrial Installation Category: Mr. Gavin O’Dwyer,
Barron Road, Clonmel, Co.Tipperary.
Nicky Carr completed Phase 2 of his apprenticeship at the FÁS
Training Centre,Wexford and Phases 4 and 6 at Waterford Institute
of Technology.
Electrical Commercial Installation Category: Mr. Noel Flynn,
Cadamstown, Birr, Co. Offaly.
Electrical Industrial Installation Category: Mr. Raymond
Finnegan, Upper Jenkinstown, Dundalk, Co. Louth
Gavin O’Dwyer completed Phase 2 of his apprenticeship at the FÁS
Training Centre,Waterford and Phases 4 and 6 at Waterford Institute
of Technology.
Noel Flynn completed Phase 2 of his apprenticeship at the FÁS
Training Centre, Athlone and Phases 4 and 6 at the Dundalk
Institute of Technology.
ETCI recognised the achievement of Waterford Institute of
Technology for its role in the training of both prizewinners. Minister
Martin, on behalf of ETCI, presented a commemorative plaque to
the Institute to mark this occasion.
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2004
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2004 1. Micheál Martin, Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment presenting the
2004 Apprentice Award in the Electrical Industrial Installation Category to Raymond
Finnegan. Also pictured are Eamon Cullen, Electrofast Limited and John Egan,
Chairman ETCI.
2. 2004 Apprentice Award in the Electrical Commercial Installation Category to Noel Flynn.
Also pictured are John Egan, Chairman ETCI (left) and Paul Sharkey, Instrument Technology.
3. Pictured at the presentation of a plaque to Dundalk Institute of Technology at the
2004 ETCI Apprentice Awards were, from left to right, John Egan, Chairman ETCI, Dr.
Dan O’Brien, Head of Electronic & Electrical Engineering Department, Gerry Woods,
Head of Electrical Engineering Section and Micheál Martin.
2005: 4. Micheál Martin presenting the 2005 ETCI Apprentice Award in the Electrical
Commercial Installation Category to Michael Kinsella.
5. Micheál Martin presenting the 2005 Apprentice Award in the Electrical Industrial
Installation Category to Sean Stack.
2006: 6. Pictured at the 2006 ETCI Apprentice Awards were Patrick Hession, ETCI
Chief Executive Officer, Nicky Carr (Electrical Commercial Installation Category),
Micheál Martin, Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Gavin O’Dwyer
(Electrical Industrial Installation Category) and John Egan, Chairman ETCI.
7. Micheál Martin presenting a plaque to Michael O’ Halloran Waterford Institute of
Technology on the occasion of the 2006 ETCI Apprentice Awards.
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IEC “1906 Award”
The IEC Executive Committee created the
“1906 Award” to commemorate the founding of
the International Electrotechnical Commission
(IEC). The IEC management, aware that the
fundamental work of the technical experts
involved in developing IEC standards does not necessarily get the
public recognition that it deserves, created the 1906 Award,
commemorating the year of its foundation.The Award is in the form
of individualised certificate. The aim of the Award is to recognise
current achievements that can be considered as a major contribution
to furthering the interests of electrotechnical standardisation and
related activities.
In the inaugural year of the Award, ETCI was honoured to
announce that Mr. Frank Farrell, ESB Networks, had been awarded
the “IEC 1906 Award” for his outstanding and invaluable
contribution within IEC Subcommittee 77A (Electromagnetic
Compatibility – Low Frequency Phenomena) and his excellent
spirit of co-operation with all SC77A experts.
Frank was an active member of ETCI’s Technical Committee 16
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and represented ETCI for many
years on technical committees (TCs) in the European and
international standardisation organisations, CENELEC and IEC
respectively. Within IEC, he represented ETCI in TC77, its
subcommittees and working groups. He was also the Convenor of
IEC 77A Working Group 8 dealing with the electromagnetic
environment associated with the disturbances present on electricity
supply networks.
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Micheál Martin, Minister for Enterprise,Trade & Employment presenting
Frank Farrell (ESB Networks and ETCI TC16) with the IEC “1906
Award” pin and certificate.
Frank was presented with his “1906 Award” pin and scroll at the
ETCI Annual Dinner on 6th December 2005 by the Minister for
Enterprise,Trade & Employment, Mr. Micheál Martin,T.D.
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PROMOTING SAFETY IN ELECTRICAL
INSTALLATIONS IN IRELAND:
THREE-AND-A-HALF DECADES OF ACHIEVEMENT BY ETCI
The ETCI: Looking Back!
ne of the most significant events in the electrical
industry in Ireland was the launching of the
Electro-Technical Council of Ireland (ETCI) in
November 1972, as
the national representative
voice of the industry. Furthermore, Ireland now
needed a national organisation to represent it in the corresponding
international organisations dealing with electrical standards and
safety.
In January 1973, the year of Ireland’s accession to the EEC, ETCI
became the Irish national committee of CENELEC, the newlyconstituted European Committee for Electrical Standardisation, and
later, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). In this
way, Ireland could participate in, and derive benefit from, the
standardisation process at international level.
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Technical Committee No. 2: Electrical
Installations (TC2)
TC2 was set up in February 1971, under the provisional National
Electrotechnical Council of Ireland which preceded the ETCI,
under the chairmanship of Mr. Keane Harley of ESB, with Mr.Tony
O’Doherty of the then IIRS Standards Division as Secretary.
The Members of TC2 are representatives of, and drawn broadly
from, the main organisations concerned with electrical installations
in Ireland:These include consulting engineers, contractors, state and
semi-state bodies, and educational institutions. The Committee
meets monthly.
Mr. Harley was Chairman from the date of the founding of TC2
until 2005, when he was succeeded by Mr. Jim Keogh of ESB.
Three of the founding Members remain on the Committee: Tony
O’Doherty, (Secretary), John J. Farrell, and Charlie Farnan
The making of the National Rules
At the time of the founding of ETCI, Ireland did not have its own
formal wiring rules.
The British IEE Regulations for Electrical Installations in Buildings
were used generally, and the technical educational colleges used
them for their courses, which was convenient for those studying for
the London City and Guilds examinations.
From the beginning, TC2 decided to produce wiring rules for
Ireland starting from first principles. Work on installation rules had
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commenced at international and European level, and TC2 decided
to base its new wiring rules on the drafts available from IEC
(international) and CENELEC (European). This gave TC2 a
framework on which to work. This was a timely decision which was
to be of great help in participating in the work of the corresponding
CENELEC TC64 and IEC TC64.
This policy has continued unchanged up to the present day.
TC2 and its participation in work at
international level
TC2’s operates in three ways in international organisations:
1) Attending meetings of the corresponding international
committees IEC TC64 and CENELEC TC64.
2) Commenting and voting on drafts prepared by those bodies.
3) Implementing the decisions of those bodies in the National
Rules.
The basic work is done at IEC level which then taken up by
CENELEC. CENELEC issues “Harmonisation Documents” or
“HDs” to the member countries for implementing at national level.
The Irish National Rules, and those of most other European
Countries, are based in format and text on these HDs. This also
assists comparison between the various national rules
There is vigorous participation by TC2 delegations at international
level to ensure that the Irish concerns are taken into account.Where
a particular item is not acceptable by a particular country, it may
negotiate a Special National Condition” (SNC) that permits the
retention of a national requirement. For example, Ireland retains the
prohibition on sockets in bathrooms, and our minimum size of 10
mm2 for main bonding conductors.
Ireland led the way with the requirement for RCD- protection of
socket-outlet circuits, and this is now a standard throughout Europe.
Similarly, the new CENELEC standard cable colours were first
implemented in Ireland.The UK was the last country to accept the
new colours, which was a cause of problems in the Irish electrical
industry.
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Publications
The Future
The First Edition of the National Rules for Electrical Installations
was published in 1976, being given an exemption from the
moratorium imposed by CENELEC on changing wiring rules.
The Second Edition was published in 1991. This was aligned with
the CENELEC documents at the time, including the format, and
represented a significant step towards the harmonisation of the
ETCI Rules with those of the rest of Europe.
The Third Edition followed in 2000, which was a move closer in
harmony.Two Amendments were issued, in 2001 and 2005.
These publications were issued during the Chairmanship of Mr.
Harley, and his hard work and dedication at home and abroad over
three decades ensured the success of this work.
The National Rules are a “living” document, which means that they
must keep abreast of developments at local and international levels.
Preparatory work has started on the Fourth Edition. It is expected
that the new edition will be issued in 2008. Important changes are
now taking place in the area of certification of electrical installations,
and the National Rules are the essential item in this.TC2, under its
new Chairman Jim Keogh, looks forward with confidence to
continuing its role as the key organisation in these new
arrangements.
Subsidiary publications were issued during this period, which dealt
with Low Voltage Generators, extra-low voltage lighting, public
lighting and other topics.
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ETCI TC10 - Lessons Learned
Background
C10 was established and held its first meeting on 1st
November 1975 and now some thirty one years later
it is perhaps appropriate to look back and indeed
forward to see if we can learn anything from our
experience that might be useful in the future.
The committee was set up initially to provide advice for those civil
servants from the then Department of Industry and Commerce who
were dealing with a project in the EEC to produce a Directive
covering the area of Medical Devices. The civil servants in Brussels
were finding it difficult to progress as they simply did not have the
technical knowledge or expertise required. They did not even have
the ability to generate a list of the items which should be covered
the Directive. It was eventually realised that the expertise already
existed and those with the knowledge and ability were to be found
working for the European and International Standards bodies. So,
the Standards organisations were approached and asked to provide
the standards which could then be called up in the Directive.TC10
made its contribution through participation in IEC (TC62 and its
subcommittees) and CENELEC TC62 as well as by sending experts
to meetings of the Commission when required.
At this point it is worth noting that the three main players in this
process had differences in their motivation to contribute to the
project. The EEC (and its National members – including our
Department of Industry and Commerce) was motivated nearly
entirely by a wish to remove technical barriers to trade. Its concern
for safety was undoubtedly secondary and possibly limited to
concern that a calamity in the area would provoke a scandal. The
Standards Bodies were more concerned about the safety aspects but
their constituency was the medical device industry which provided,
and financed, the experts who worked on the standards, so removing
barriers to trade was also their main priority.TC10’s motivation was
different again in that Ireland had little or no medical industry
whose interest needed to be safeguarded but the committee
members very quickly realised that using devices that complied with
standards and which were designed to provide safety for patients and
users could achieve such safety at very low cost and in a manner that
was unimaginable in any other way. Hence, they were very
motivated to contribute their time and expertise to the international
work.
Another factor affected the motivation of committee members. At
the time the importance of technology within medical practice was
getting more and more attention, particularly with the advent of
therapeutic advances such as cardiac bypass surgery and organ
transplantation. Societies and Associations sprang up to provide a
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meeting place for clinicians and physicists/engineers to exchange
ideas. Though admirable in many ways both professional groups
suffered from the handicap of using different languages and jargon.
Clinicians used medical and biological terminology while
physicists/engineers expressed themselves through mathematical
equations. An element of competition between the two groups
could be sensed at their joint meetings. TC10 provided a forum in
which members of both groups could work with a common goal
and in manner in which each group’s contribution was
complementary to the other, avoiding the competitive element.
The basic standard covering medical devices – IEC 601-1, was
published in 1977. Its preparation had been progressing for some
time before TC 10 became involved but we were able to make a
contribution. The underlying principle that governed the standard
was that any single fault that might occur within a device covered
by the standard should not result in the device becoming unsafe for
patient or user. This concept and the measures required to achieve
the desired effect were new to many TC10 members but were
recognised as being very relevant as if devices entering Irish hospitals
complied with the requirements of the new standard and if they
were installed and maintained in a manner that did not compromise
their now inbuilt safety features they would guarantee a high degree
of safety. Participation in the standards-making process would
provide the necessary technical knowledge and was therefore seen to
complement the everyday tasks of the TC members. It also led to
contact with experts in other countries who faced similar problems:
Contacts and indeed friendships were made, some of which exist to
this day.
Access to new ideas and new technologies was both interesting and
relevant for those involved. It was clear that the knowledge that was
available should be shared amongst the relevant community and that
would be possible using the information gained and the contacts
made since joining the standards world. TC10’s first seminar –
Hazards in Hospitals was held in The Royal College of Surgeons on
23/03/1981. Others were to follow. It is of note that each Seminar
was acclaimed as both an academic and financial success.
Throughout the committee’s life members have also contributed to
seminars and meetings run by other organisations and academic
bodies. In the early years participation in standards related work was
considered to be in some way inferior to the peer reviewed purity
of ‘real’ academic work. Universities and other colleges now actively
seek participation in such work, particularly as it is often well
funded, so higher degrees may be obtained and the day of the ‘closet
standardiser’ are just about gone. One member of TC10 obtained a
Higher Degree based directly on his Standards work and another has
worked on a number of European funded projects and a CEN
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project team. The valuable work (both financial and scientific)
undertaken by standards bodies (including ETCI) might usefully be
publicised to a far greater extent than it is at present. The Colleges
and Universities are not slow to advertise their successes and to
reward (though rarely financially) the authors of such work.
The importance and relevance of standards to the technical staff that
care for and use equipment in our hospitals is now well recognised
and teaching in this area has become a routine part of the trainee
medical technicians curriculum. Ties between ETCI and the
institutions responsible for such teaching should be strengthened,
with mutual benefit.
Following the publication of IEC 601-1 as the basic standard for
Medical Electrical devices a range of specific standards was required
for devices which could not be covered by it alone and which
needed the addition of further conditions and/or the omission of
others.This has led to a substantial catalogue of particular standards.
A number of points can be made about this now extensive list. First
and foremost is that it relates to a very wide range of devices and
technologies. It is clear that as new technologies have been
developed their potential used in the areas of medical diagnosis and
treatment has been explored, often successfully.The second point is
that the format of the standards has changed in that instead of
adhering just to the principle, mentioned above that one fault
should not make the relevant device unsafe the standards now
consider the role in a much wider manner and define essential
(performance) requirements. Also, the safety aspects are now based
on a sound formal assessment of risk.This means that the process of
standards writing has become a much more complex process
requiring not just technical expertise but also skills in the areas of
risk assessment and management. It also means that national experts
feeding into the international process must also be required to have
a high level of knowledge and be prepared to devote significant
amounts of time if they are to do so effectively.
The implications of this has been obvious to TC 10 for some years
and changes to the way the committee works have been
implemented in a practical and effective way.The process of change
is ongoing as demands on time and personnel increase. A significant
part of the committee meeting time is now devoted to the allocation
of draft international standards to experts who can be relied upon to
consider them carefully and comment objectively and responsibly.
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Items requiring further consideration are dealt with by the full
committee.The role of the secretary in managing the comments of
such advisors has become more demanding but there is an advantage
to the experts as they are not expected to attend meetings on topics
about which they claim no particular expertise and in which they
would have little interest. The experts only consider documents on
topics in which they have expressed an interest.
Membership of the TC is an item on the agenda of every meeting,
and most of those involved represent medical, scientific, and
academic bodies and are also involved in medical technology on a
daily basis. Retiring members who have made a significant
contribution to the committees work are encouraged to remain
active in the committee as Independent Experts.
The demands on the time of Committee members are considerable,
indeed we want experts whose ability and achievements are so
renowned that their time is in demand.To this end reward for their
contribution which is non financial is appropriate and is therefore
based where possible on academic achievement.This topic has been
covered above and it is seen as being important that the resources of
ETCI and access to the resources of its National and International
partners – particularly through their libraries, are made readily
available to members. A formal process to help members use these
services to a greater extent than is available at present would be
appropriate.
It is also essential that participation in the work of the Committee
be made as easy as possible. This should include the use of internet
and other computer based technology to the greatest extent possible
to maximise access and minimise travel and use of the postal service.
Secretarial support should also be at as high a level as practicable. In
simple terms involvement in TC work should be seen by members
as something that is appreciated by the ETCI in word and deed.
Possible steps that might be taken in this regard should be explored.
Our greatest resource is the contribution that members give to our
work.
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Speakers at the Seminar on S.I. 258/2003 from L – R: Sean Atkinson
(Roche Ireland Ltd.), Denis O’Mahony (Eli Lilly & ETCI TC6), Peter
O’Connell (HSA), Patrick Hession (ETCI), Noel O’Riordan (Consulting
Engineer & Chairman ETCI TC6), Dr. Frank Hauert (BGN Germany), Bob
Brown (Burgoyne Consultants UK) and Dr. Geoff Lunn (BASEEFA UK).
Speakers at the Seminar on S.I. 258/2003
Bob Brown, left, of Burgoyne Consultants UK, speaking at the S.I. 258
Seminar. Also pictured is Dr. Frank Hauert.
Delegates at the S.I. 258 Seminar
At the unveiling of a commemorative plaque during the official opening of
ETCI Offices were Padraig McManus, ESB Chief Executive and Peter
Church, ETCI.
Attending the official opening of ETCI’s Offices were Tom Reeves,
Commissioner for Energy Regulation, Padraig McManus, ESB Chief
Executive and Peter Church, ETCI.
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ETCI Triennial Report
2004 – 2006
Reports from Technical Committees
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ETCI Technical Management Committee
he ETCI Technical Management Committee (TMC)
was resurrected, rehabilitated and re-launched in
1995 and held its first meeting on 6 November 1995,
under the Chairmanship of ETCI and the
Secretariatship of NSAI. The Terms of Reference for
the Committee were formally agreed in 1996. Broadly speaking the
scope of TMC’s work extends to the provision of advice to ETCI
Council on all matters concerning the organisation, procedures,
planning and co-ordination of the technical work in the ETCI
Technical Committees and Task Forces.
The TMC co-ordinates the maintenance and ongoing development
of the ETCI Procedures Manual. Throughout the review period,
amendments to the Procedures included:
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Ensuring that ETCI complied with the Data Protection Act in
so far as they relate to the holding of information on individuals
and companies.
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Reviewed the ETCI Appeals Procedure.
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Activated the ETCI Exploitation Rights Assignment Statement.
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Established arrangements to allow the incoming ETCI
Chairman to sit as a full member of ETCI TMC for the twelve
months prior to his appointment as ETCI Chairman.
The Terms of Reference of TMC require that the TMC
membership be composed of two NSAI members, three ETCI TC
Chairpersons, one ETCI Officer Board Member, the ETCI
Chairman, the ETCI Chief Executive Officer and the incoming
ETCI Chairman (for twelve months prior to his appointment as
Chairman). The TMC introduced a shadow secretary to the
committee to provide for the continuity of the work of the
committee in the event of the Secretary being indisposed or
otherwise compromised.
TMC held 4 meetings annually during the reporting period.
Generally these meetings were held prior to CENELEC Technical
Board (BT) meetings to enable the TMC brief the Irish Permanent
Delegate prior to his attendance at each CENELEC BT meetings.
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Highlights 2004-2006
Highlights and decisions throughout the review period included:
(1) General Administrative Decisions & Approvals
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Continued the programme of discussions with ETCI
Chairmen and Secretaries.
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Commenced the development of a proposed ETCI Code of
Ethics
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Confirmed the continued validity of the consensus process
in determining the final Irish national position on
CENELEC and IEC voting documents.
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Monitored development of new ETCI web site and the roll
out of ETCI Livelink to the TCs and TFs.
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Approval of a revised version of Technical Committee No. 2
Protocol for dealing with questions relating to the National
Rules for Electrical Installations
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Approval of the Technical Committee No. 2 Decision
01/2006, relating to the labelling of the bonding conductor
for sink/draining boards, for public dissemination.
(2) Publications. The TMC considered and approved the technical
content of a number of new publications.These included:
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Various draft sections to the Fourth Edition of the National
Rules for Electrical Installations prior to circulation for
public enquiry.
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The Code of Practice for the Design, Selection, and
Erection of Low Voltage Switchboards for
Commercial/Industrial Applications (ET201) for
publication.
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Guide for the Selection and Use of Residual Current
Devices. (ET214)
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Guide to the Maintenance, Inspection and Testing of
Portable Equipment (Electrical Appliances and Tools) in the
Workplace
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Technical Committee No. 1
Safety of Electrical Household and Similar appliances
C 1 is responsible for the Irish contribution to
standards in the field of safety of electrical household
appliances, including those on commercial premises
and on farms. The committee participates in the
work of CENELEC TC 61 and IEC TC 61, which
provide both European and International standards respectively for
this electrotechnical area. The principal deliverables of TC 1 are I.S.
EN 60335 Part 1, which covers General Requirements and the
associated Part 2’s, of which there are currently over a hundred
published, with further drafts in progress.
Highlights 2004-2006
2004
During 2004, Mr. Tony White, of the ESB, relinquished the role of
Chairman, and also his membership of the TC.
We were subsequently delighted to announce that Mr. Martin Betz,
Group Technical Director, Glen Dimplex, had agreed to take on this
role. This was welcomed by the committee and this appointment
was later ratified by the Technical Management Committee, at their
meeting on November 22nd.
The ‘annual’ meeting, which had been traditionally held during the
month of November, was re-scheduled for the early part of 2005.
2005
There were two very successful meetings under the guidance of our
new Chairman during 2005.
It was decided that the TC would host a “New Beginnings”Workshop,
which took place ahead of the plenary meeting, in early October.
This was very well attended and featured presentations from Mr.
John Egan, Chairman of ETCI, our Chairman, Mr. Oliver Ward of
Enterprise Ireland, Mr. Brian Hopkins of Heatsolve and the TC
Secretary. A Question and Answer session followed, chaired by Mr.
Brian Cunningham, Head of ETCI Secretariat.
Amongst the topics discussed were the importance of promoting a
wider understanding of “our” Standards for the general public and
the necessity to support the work of the Office of the Director of
Consumer Affairs in market surveillance matters. These issues will
be followed up in due course.
In terms of the standards which we cover, 2005 has seen significant
interest in the ongoing development of Electric Fence Controllers
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(I.S. EN 60335-2-76) and, more recently with regard to cut-out
difficulties experienced with fixed immersion heating elements (I.S.
EN 60335-2-73), for which a working group has been formed.
The membership numbers have been growing and therefore Irish
representation at both CENELEC and IEC TC 61 meetings and
relevant Working Groups, should be assured into the future.
2006
The Committee met twice during the year , just before
CENELEC TC61 meetings were held.
In terms of the standards which we cover, 2006 saw significant interest
in the ongoing debate regarding an amendment to I.S. EN 60335-276, which deals with Electric Fence Controllers. The amendment to
effectively reduce the output levels from these products was successful,
however further guidance on this matter is being sought from ‘our
sister’ CENELEC committee, TC64, which will evaluate the
biomedical effects of contact time/current passing through the body
for this type of appliance and for specific contact situations.
We continue to progress matters to do with danger from shock
hazard due to possible exposure to parts at mains potential and
related issues, following on from the introduction of a non-selfresetting thermal cut-out for fixed immersion heating elements (I.S.
EN 60335-2-73). A working group of the main TC has been
formed to expedite a solution.
The membership numbers have been growing, albeit for very
specific areas.
The management of the TC continues to encourage feedback and
comment from all members, bearing in mind that the Part1(General Requirements) is applicable to all Part-2 subject matter.
International Meetings 2004-2006
A number of international meetings of importance were attended by
the following:
Meetings
Date
Location
Participants
CLC TC61
June 2004
Switzerland
Mr Bridges
November 2005
Brussels
Mr. Bridges
June 2006
Malaga
Mr. Bridges
December 2005
Cyprus
Mr. Fogarty
July 2006
Brussels
Mr. Fogarty
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Technical Committee No. 2
Electrical Installations
History and background
echnical Committee No. 2: “Electrical installations”
or “TC2” commenced work on 6th February 1971,
shortly after the establishment of ETCI. Its objective
was
to produce a set of rules for electrical
installations for Ireland. It took over the role of the
former National Wiring Rules Committee which had been set up
in 1966, and which had produced a small pamphlet “National
Regulations for Electrical Installations” in 1968.
With the establishment of the ETCI, a technical committee TC2
was set up on a formal basis to produce national rules electrical
installations for Ireland. Mr. Keane Harley, who had been chairman
of the former National Wiring Rules Committee, became
Chairman of the new technical committee, a position he was to hold
for thirty-four years until his retirement at the end of 2005. Mr. Jim
Keogh took over the Chair at the beginning of 2006.
Membership of the Committee is confined to representatives of state
and semi-state organisations, trade associations, industrial and
commercial associations, and educational and professional
organisations. Since 1975, the Committee has actively participated in
the work of the corresponding technical committees of CENELEC
and IEC, with the objective of promoting international
harmonisation of wiring rules, while at the same time ensuring that
existing Irish safety measures were not compromised.Three editions
of the Wiring Rules have been published, and a Fourth Edition is
presently being prepared with an expected publication date during
summer 2008. The Rules implement the decisions of CENELEC
TC64, the objective of which is the harmonisation of wiring rules
throughout Europe.
Scope
The scope of TC2 includes the preparation of wiring rules, codes of
practice and guides dealing with electrical installations up to 1000V,
and interpretations of those rules. It also includes representing ETCI
on the corresponding international technical committees of IEC
and CENELEC.
The scope of the Rules or of TC2 does not extend to the internal
wiring of apparatus, or to machine assemblies complying with EN
60204, or to mines or quarries.
defined as “a voluntary national specification having a consensus
among those involved”) and do not have a statutory effect. However,
they are usually recognised in common law as the state of the art,
and are recognised by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA) as a
means of complying with the Electricity Regulations.They are also
recognised by the Commissioner for Energy Regulation (CER).
The National Rules are prepared in consultation with HSA,
Department of the Environment & Local Government and with the
industry generally in order to achieve national consensus, which is
the most important aspect of the work of TC2, and they implement
the decisions of CENELEC.
The Rules are not a product standard, since an electrical installation
is not considered by the European Commission to be a product.
In 2002, the Scope of TC2 was extended to take over CENELEC
BTTF 95 which deals with inspection of domestic premises
Publications Prepared by TC2
The First Edition of the National Rules appeared in 1976. The
Second Edition appeared in 1991
The Third Edition was published in 2000, followed in 2001 by
Amendment No. 1 Amendment No. 2 to ET 101:2000 in 2005, and
Amendment No. 3 in 2006.
Guide to the Installation of Extra-low voltage Lighting Systems: ET
205:1998
Code of Practice for Low Voltage Generator Installations:
210:2003
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National Rules for Inspection and Certification of Existing
Electrical Installations for reconnection to the Distribution
System.ET107: 2003
Guidelines for extensions, additions and alterations to Existing
Installations ET 212: 2003
Code of Practice for public lighting installations in residential areas:
ET 211:2003
Guide to the National Rules as applicable to Domestic and Similar
Installations: ET 207:2003
The National Rules are effectively a national standard (which is
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The 4th Edition of the National Rules
Membership
The work on the 4th Edition of the National Rules has reached the
final stages of preparation. Drafts of the various chapters and sections
have been circulated for public enquiry.
A new edition was needed for a number of reasons, mainly
developments at IEC and CENELEC level. Some chapters have
undergone radical restructuring, and important technical changes
have been made to almost every other chapter and section. A
number of new sections have been added.
The membership of TC2 is restricted to representatives of
government departments, semi-state bodies, associations, educational
establishments, local authorities. Membership is not open to
individual private firms or their representatives. This arrangement
ensures that the membership is as representative as it can be, and that
numbers are kept to reasonable figures.
From time to time, sub-committees and working groups are
established to deal with specific items.
Participation in IEC and CENELEC activities
Meetings
Delegations from TC2 attend the annual meetings of CENELEC
TC64 and the meetings of IEC TC64 which are held every eighteen
months. Experts from TC2 took part in two CENELEC Working
Groups, “Verification and testing”, and “installations in bathrooms”,
with very positive results for Ireland.
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The Committee meets once a month except for July. The agenda
usually consists of dealings with IEC and CENELEC drafts, queries
about the Rules, the drafts for the new Rules, interpretations of the
Rules, certification procedures.
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Technical Committee No. 3
Power installations exceeding 1 kV a.c. (1.5 kV d.c.)
Overview
echnical Committee No. 3 has been in existence
since April 2001. TC3 consists of eight members
who are drawn from the main public and private
organisations concerned with MV electrical
installations.
Functions and Responsibilities
TC3 was established with the following scope of work:
‘To prepare National Rules for High Voltage Power Installations
(exceeding 1kV a.c. or 1.5kV d.c.). The Rules will specify the
design requirements of the installations, and the selection and
erection of electrical equipment in order to ensure the safety of
persons and the proper operation of the installations.The Rules will
not be applicable to factory built and type tested equipment, but will
be relevant to the installation of this equipment.The Rules will not
be applicable to overhead and underground lines between separate
installations.’
Summary of Committee Activities
Using the CENELEC harmonisation document HD 637 S1
(published in December 1999) as a base, TC3 has produced a draft
wiring rules document with an expanded Clause 10: “Inspection
and Testing on Site before Taking Over”. This section in the HD is
brief and high level only. An associated Completion Certificate for
MV Installations has also been prepared complimenting the existing
procedure for certification of LV installations.
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During the period, the draft ESB Networks Conditions Governing
Connection to the Distribution System at MV were reviewed and
comments relayed back reflecting some of the main problematic
issues that were arising in practice. Subsequently TC3 met ESB
Networks and commented on the most recent update prior to its
issue.
TC3 will meet TC2 and produce a final draft for submission to the
TMC for public consultation.
International Organisations
ETCI TC3 is associated with the work of CENELEC Technical
Committee CLC TC99X which produced the harmonised
document HD637S1. The corresponding IEC committee is TC99.
TC99X are producing a new standard: EN 50XXX, entitled
“European Standard on Earthing Aspects of Power Installations”
(working title), which will compliment the rudimentary provisions
of IEC 61936-1, clause 10 on earthing requirements in order to
adequately cover the European needs. This work will be done in
parallel to the IEC maintenance of IEC 61936, such that HD 637
will be superseded by EN 61936-1 and EN 50XXX. The EN
50XXX will in particular include the remaining (and reduced)
national normative annexes that were included in the existing HD
637.
TC3 are in contact with TC99X on an “as required” basis. TC3 have
sent an observer to a TC99X working group meeting.
Meetings and Conferences
TC3 meetings are held on average 6 times a year. No conferences
were held during the reporting period.
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Technical Committee No. 4
Switchgear and Control Gear and Associated Equipment
he terms of reference of TC4 are to prepare and
publish Rules standards an codes of practice with
particular reference to the Irish situation in the fields
covered by IEC and CENELEC TC17B, 17D. It also
maintains an active interest in SC23E and TC14. All
of these deal with Low Voltage Switchgear and Control Products
and Assemblies.
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Codes of Practice for the Design, Selection and Erection of LV
Switchboards in Residential Premises.
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Code of Practice for the Design, Selection,Testing and Erection
of LV Switchboards for Commercial and Industrial Application.
During the period under review the Committee was heavily
involved in the revision of its two Codes of Practice.
The committee has prepared a 3 year work programme for 2007/09
which it is now actively pursuing.
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Both were completed and published.
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Technical Committee No. 5
ETCI Safety Committee TC5
nitially TC5’s primary role was the compilation of accident
statistics with particular emphasis on the monitoring and
analysis of fatalities due to electrocution.TC5 has progressed
from this “reactive” role and is now mandated by the ETCI
Council to develop a more proactive programme for the
promotion of electrical safety practices which will, at a minimum,
comply with legislation and hopefully go further to broaden the
awareness of what constitutes good practice in the management of
electrical safety in the workplace.
TC5 achieves its task of promoting electrical safety through:
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the compilation of electrical accident statistics, both fatal and
non fatal, the analysis of the cause of such electrical accidents
and providing advice on the most appropriate measures to
prevent recurrences.
•
the publication of information leaflets, booklets, literature,
videos on electrical safety for the home, farm, workshop, factory,
shop, office or any other such location.
•
reviews of statutory regulations and guidelines on electrical
safety and input into any review of same.
•
participation on national and international organisations
associated with electrical safety.
•
participation in seminars, radio and TV programmes which
require advice and demonstrations on electrical safety.
During the review period TC5 actively campaigned to broaden its
influence throughout Irish industry and society by extending its
membership. New members during the period include the
Construction Industry Federation (CIF), ESB Customer Supply,
National Irish Safety Organisation (NISO) and Teagasc.
At the request of NISO ETCI developed a training course on the
basic principles of electrical safety. This course was supported by a
new publication Guide to the Basic Principles of Electrical Safety. TC5
also prepared a guide on portable appliance testing. It was decided
to postpone the launch of these two publications until the imminent
update of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General
Application) Regulations, (which finally became law in November
2007) part 3 of which are the new ‘electricity regulations’.
The Committee appreciated the importance of the Residual
Current Device (RCD) as an electrical safety device in preventing
electrical fatalities. During the period the Committee developed an
intelligent circuit tester which measured all parameters of an
electrical circuit and also a simplified version with the sole purpose
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of testing RCDs.
In conjunction with HSA, the committee developed a poster
promoting the biannual testing of RCDs. This appeared as an
advertisement in the National Press in the lead-up to the autumnal
time change. The Committee also developed a promotional video
on the importance of RCD testing. This video now resides on the
ETCI web site, on www.youtube.com, and has been the focal
display at ETCI presences at trade shows and exhibitions. TC5 has
provided a display stand each year at the National Ploughing
Championship and at the NISO Annual Conference promoting
ETCI’s electrical safety courses and the testing of RCDs.TC5 noted
that the year 2006 was the first year since 1934 that did not have an
electrical fatality – a result that TC5 contributes to the introduction
and testing of RCDs and a better awareness of electrical hazards
both in the workplace and in the home.
TC5 has traditionally analysed all electrical fatalities within the
Republic of Ireland.This information is published as part of the TC5
Annual Report and the information also resides on the ETCI
website. During this reporting period, TC5 has developed this
information into a ‘Fatal Facts’ database was built.This database was
populated with the details of all fatalities due to electrical accidents
from 1995 to the current date.
The level of electrical fatalities in the three-year period 2004 to
2006 shows a welcome downward trend when compared to any
other three-year period.The actual yearly figures for this period are:
Location
2004
2005
2006
On Customer Side
5
3
0
On Networks Side
0
2
0
Total
5
5
0
TC5 contributed to the revision of the ESB safety booklets "Safe use
of electricity in the home" and "Farm Well ...Farm Safely’’. The
booklets give sound and practical advice for these two traditionally
vulnerable locations.
TC5 uses its pages on the ETCI web site to direct visitors to the
safety pages of the ESB site where an online home safety assessment
can be carried on a home. The ETCI webs site also directs visitors
to the ESB Network site for information and safe practice by
avoiding electric hazards when working near overhead electric lines,
and also avoiding electric hazards when digging.
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Technical Committee No. 6
Equipment for Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
C6 provides the broad national framework for
ensuring that the views of manufacturers and users of
equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres are
taken into account in the drafting of European and
International Standards by CENELEC TC31 and
IEC TC31.
The apparatus covered by TC6 is used primarily by the oil, gas,
chemical, plastics, grain, mining and coal industries during the
production, storage, processing, transportation, distribution and use
of the products associated with these industries.
Improved safety in environments where explosive atmospheres may
occur is of primary concern but there is also need for uniform
operational practices in these areas to promote free trade and
economic development.
The standardisation work of TC6 supports the ATEX Directive
94/9/EC concerning equipment and protective systems intended
for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and ATEX Directive
1999/92/EC on minimum requirements for improving the safety
and health protection of workers potentially at risk from explosive
atmospheres.
One of the most popular papers at the TC6 Seminar was a
presentation on Area Classification given by Mr. Bob Brown. During
the course of the year,TC6 had discussions with Mr. Brown and an
ETCI Training Course and Workshop on Area Classification was
developed.Two, two-day courses were held, one in the Rochestown
Park Hotel Cork on 25th and 26th November 2004, and a second
at ETCI Head Office, Centrepoint Business Park on 29th and 30th
November 2004, with Mr. Bob Brown as the primary tutor. Both
courses were most favourably received
In an effort to get to groups with the growing complexity of the
international standards work, and the growing importance of IEC
Maintenance Teams, an innovative Matrix cross referencing IEC
standards projects versus Irish nominees to the work, was developed
by Mr. Niall Ross. This has matured over the years to become an
important management tool for TC6 members.
2004 saw the resignation of two TC6 stalwarts, Mr. Joe Nelson and
Mr. Tony O’Doherty. TC6 is indebted to Mr. Nelson and Mr.
O’Doherty, both of whom trace their involvement in the committee
back to the genesis of TC6. Over the years, they contributed
enormously to international standardisation.
2005
TC6 is also the author and custodian of ETCI Publications ET105,
ET202 and ET209.
HIGHLIGHTS 2004-2006
2004
In March 2004, ETCI TC6’s Third International Seminar on the
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Regulations (S.I. 258/2003) was
held in the Moran Silver Springs Conference Centre in Cork. The
Seminar dealt with the ATEX Directive 1999/92/EC and its
consequences for Irish Industry.An outstanding team of international
and national experts, combined with an encouraging turnout of
delegates, assured a most successful event.The keynote speaker for the
Seminar was Mr. Tom Beegan, Chief Executive of the Health and
Safety Authority. For this third, and final, Seminar of the TC6 cycle
of events, the committee departed from the normal routine and
organised a Workshop on the evening before the Seminar proper.
This proved to be a highly popular formula.A CD-ROM containing
the Seminar proceedings was distributed to attendees.
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Following the success of the courses on area classification held in
2004, two further training courses and workshops on hazardous area
classification were held in Cork and Dublin in April 2005.Again the
primary course tutor was Mr Bob Brown.
In June 2005, TC6 discontinued the use of the ETCI web site for
the management of TC6 committee documents and switched over
to the use of ETCI Livelink. All the indications are that this move
has proved popular with TC6 members, and the greater functionality
of ETCI Livelink has contributed to the greater efficiency of TC6
operations in the latter part of 2005.
2005 saw the publication of the second edition of the EC Guidelines
to the application of the ATEX Directive 94/9/EC. The TC6
Chairman, Mr Noel O’Riordan, on one of his final acts as outgoing
ATEX Consultant to the CEN/CENELEC, contributed to the
development of this highly important document.
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2006
2006 was a busy year for ETCI TC6 with work on a number of
important projects advanced during the course of the year.
Two more training courses and workshops on hazardous area
classification were held in Cork and Dublin in May 2006. The
primary course tutor was again Mr Bob Brown.
During 2006, work continued within a TC6 task force on the
development of a foundation competence-training course on
hazardous areas. This is a complex undertaking, and has proved
rather more challenging than initially envisaged. It is hoped to bring
this work to a conclusion in the latter part of 2007.
Technical work on the development of a new sub-system
completion certificate and test record sheet for electrical installations
in potentially explosive atmospheres was completed in 2007.
During the year, it became increasingly evident that the real focus
for standards development and maintenance is IEC TC31 rather
than CENELEC TC31. This is a real challenge for TC6, since IEC
TC31 maintains an extensive infrastructure of Sub-Committees,
Working Groups and Maintenance Teams, which meet in worldwide
locations.While TC6 was fortunate in securing representation at the
TC31 plenary in 2006, meeting participation is likely to become a
major issue for the years ahead.
TC6 at work. Pictured from left are Des Brennan (Certification Engineers
Ltd), Denis O’Mahony (Eli Lilly S.A), Brian Abbott (NSAI), Eric Bergin
(Hibernian Insurance) and Noel O’Riordan (Chairman TC6)
ETCI TC6 Meetings 2004-2006
ETCI TC6 held six meetings in 2004, five in 2005 and five in 2006
International Meetings 2004-2006
A number of international meetings of importance were attended by committee members including:
Meetings
Date
Location
Participants
CLC TC31
6-7 September 2004
Helsinki
Mr E. Bergin
September 2006
Zagreb
Mr. E Bergin
October 2004
Braunschweig
Mr. O’Riordan
October 2005
Cape Town
Mr. O’D. Mahony
October 2006
Rio de Janeiro
Mr. N O’Riordan
IEC TC31
IEC TC31/SC31J
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Technical Committee No. 10
Electrical Equipment in Medical Practice
Introduction
TCI TC10 is responsible for the standardisation of
electrical equipment used in medical practice. The
Committee contributes to CENELEC TC62 and also
to IEC TC62 and its four Sub-Committees:
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SC 62A Common Aspects of Electrical Equipment used in
Medical Practice
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SC 62B Diagnostic Imaging Equipment
•
•
Throughout 2004 to 2006 the major project for TC10 was the
development of the forthcoming third edition of IEC Publication
60601-1 (Medical Electrical Equipment – Part 1: General
Requirements for Safety and Essential Performance).
IEC 60601-1 was first published in 1988 and was amended in 1991
and 1995. IEC TC 62 has set a number of ambitious goals for the
proposed third edition of IEC 60601 as follows:
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Remedy specifically identified technical shortcomings and
omissions in the second edition of IEC 60601-1;
SC 62C Equipment for Radiotherapy, Nuclear Medicine and
Radiation Dosimetry
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Where appropriate, harmonise the General Standard with basic
safety standards and ISO/IEC guides;
SC 62D Electromedical Equipment
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Overlay the existing pass or fail tests with a risk management
approach;
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Address areas of ambiguity in the test procedures;
•
Structure the standard to improve the readability, reduce
redundancy and minimise the impact of any future amendment
driven by technical developments;
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Be guided by IEC/TR 60513, second edition, Fundamental
aspects of safety standards for medical electrical equipment, which
identifies the fundamental considerations to be taken into
account in developing standards to ensure the safety of medical
electrical equipment.
TC10 provides a national focal point for the development of the
IEC 60 601 series of standards. The goal of the IEC 60601 standards
is to improve safety in the use of medical electrical equipment by
providing a body of standards that assist:
•
Manufacturers in designing and assembling safe medical
electrical equipment and systems;
•
Manufacturers, test houses and regulatory authorities in assessing
compliance with requirements set forth in the standard;
•
Health care professionals in managing the risks associated with
use of these products.
TC10 is also responsible for co-ordinating the participation of Irish
experts in the work of IEC TC62.
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During this review period the Third Edition of IEC 60601-1 finally
passed all voting stages and was published in 2006. It was also
published as a CENELEC standard and harmonised under the
Medical Device Directive 93/42/EC.
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Technical Committee No. 11
Safety of Electronic Equipment within the field of Audio/Video,
Information Technology and Communication Technology
TCI TC11 is the
Equipment-Safety Part 1:
national committee
General Requirements). A
responsible for coCommittee Draft for Vote
o r d i n a t i n g
(CDV) was circulated in April
standardisation in
2004. This was approved in
the area of safety of electronic
September 2004 and was
equipment within the field of
further discussed and approved
audio/video,
information
for FDIS circulation at the
technology and communication
meeting of IEC TC108 and
technology.
Committee
IEC TC108/MT2 in Seoul in
members have a long tradition
October 2004. In July 2005, a
of active participation in the
Final Draft International
international standards work of
Standard (FDIS) for IEC
both
IEC
TC108
and
60950-1 was circulated, with a
CENELEC TC108 stretching
voting deadline in September
back to 1981. The Committee
2005. The meticulous work of
TC11 in session. Brian Abbott (NSAI), Rod Clifford (IBM Ireland) and
has historically taken a particular
the standards drafting team was
Peter Kelleher (Dell Products & Chairman TC11)
interest in the development of
well rewarded when the FDIS
IEC Publication 60950-1, which
secured a 100% vote of
addresses the safety aspects of IT
approval from the TC108 Pequipment. In more recent years, the committee has been closely
members. IEC 60950-1, Second Edition was publication in
involved in the development of a new hazard based, technology
December 2005 and was published by NSAI as I.S. EN 60950-1 in
independent, standard to replace the current IEC 60065 and IEC
2006.
60950-1 (future IEC 62368). The work of TC11 supports the
Following the publication of the Second Edition of IEC 60950-1
practical operation of the EC “Low Voltage Directive”
the focus of TC11’s energies in 2006 was very much on the
(2006/95/EC).
development of the new hazard based standard for audio/video,
information technology and communications equipment (future
The years 2004-2006 brought many changes for TC11, including
IEC 62368) which is intended to replace the current IEC 60065 and
the appointment of a new Chairman, a new scope for the
IEC 60950-1.
committee and the start of work on an important new International
Standard.
The development of a totally new, technology independent, hazard
based standard for audio/video, information and communications
In 2004 Mr. Peter Kelleher of Dell Computers took the helm as the
technology equipment is by far and away the most ambitious project
new Chairman of TC11 following the resignation of the outgoing
undertaken by IEC TC108 to date. The new international standard
Chairman, Mr. Damien Byrne. Peter had for a number of years been
(IEC 62368) will take some years to develop. The requirements of
a national delegate to IEC TC108 and has had extensive experience
this important world standard will be based on sound engineering
in international standardisation at the TC, SC & WG level.TC11 also
principles, hazard research and field experience. Compliance
secured ETCI TMC approval for a change in the title and scope of
statements will be, to the greatest extent possible, performance
the committees work to better reflect the direct link to the work of
based.
CENELEC TC108 and IEC TC108.
The IEC 62368 project is significantly behind its original schedule;
During the years 2004-2005, good progress was made with the
however, this is not entirely unexpected, given the groundbreaking
proposed Second Edition of IEC 60950-1 (Information Technology
nature of the project, the requirement to supplant two long
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established standards, and the need to secure consensus every step of
the way. 2006 saw very encouraging progress in WG HBSDT
(Hazard Based Standards Development Team) and there are now
grounds for optimism that the renegotiated deadline for the
publication of IEC 62368 in 2009 can be met.
During 2006,TC11 examined draft sections of IEC 62368 covering
principles of safety, electric shock, fire, mechanical, chemical,
radiation and burn hazards, and comprehensive comments were fed
back to WG HBSDT. Attendance by members of TC11 at TC108
meetings provided for vigorous defence of the IE comments and
impacted positively on the direction of the new standard.
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During 2005, TC11 closely monitored the work of CENELEC
BTTF120-1, Surface Temperatures. The TC11 Chairman, Mr
Kelleher, provided an IEC TC 108 input to this work. In October,
CLC BTTF 120-1 issued a draft guidance document for surface
temperatures, and TC11 submitted a comprehensive set of
comments on the draft. In 2006 the work of CLC BTTF 120-1
ground to a halt for reasons that remain unclear and the future of the
project looks uncertain.
In 2005, TC11 completed the switchover to ETCI Livelink. This
provides a feature-rich set of tools for the management of TC11
committee document and is being successfully used for collaborative
working between meetings of the committee.
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Technical Committee No. 12
Electronic Communications Systems
TCI TC12 is an umbrella committee with observer
status. It monitors IEC/CENELEC documents on such
matters as broadcasting and communications as well as
related topics –fibre optics, sound and video recording,
catv cable systems and receiver developments. The
committee consists of volunteer experts drawn from Eircom, RTE,
Cable companies and industry, and meets four times a year in
premises kindly provided by Systimax, Philips and Eircom.
Membership has changed and evolved over the years but the aim is
to maintain continuity.
The committee members deal with documents from the relevant
IEC committees, e.g. IEC TC12 (Radio Communications), TC46
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(wave guides, cables and connectors.), TC86 (Fibreoptics),TC100
(audio, data, video and multimedia systems and equipment) and
TC209 (cable distribution.).The number of documents runs to
many hundreds per annum.
Parallel IEC/CENELEC voting documents are dealt with by the
committee members as they arise.
Within the 3 year period under review, the long serving secretary
A.G McColgan regretfully died. D. Ryle(TC100) was asked by
Chairman J. Murphy to replace him.
Also during the review period 2 members received distinguished
service awards.
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Technical Committee No. 13
Alarm Systems
he scope of TC13 is stated as: Standardisation for alarm
systems for the protection of persons and property, and for
elements used in such systems. Includes in particular systems
for intruder and hold-up alarms, access control, periphery
protection, combined intruder-fire alarms, social alarms, and
CCTV, as well as other monitoring and surveillance systems related to
security applications, and associated and dedicated transmission and
communication systems.
TC 13 was originally set up to assist in the drawing up of I.S. 199,
Intruder Alarm Systems; this was published in 1978, and revised in
1981 and 1987 to include further requirements resulting from
advances in technology and laboratory compliance testing, and
amendments were introduced in 1990, 1992, and 2001 to deal, inter
alia, with a combination of different types of detection devices,
marking of equipment, requirements for protected residential
premises, and resistance to physical attack for control and ancillary
equipment, and restriction to monitored automatic dialling
equipment. I.S. 199 was withdrawn in 2004 on the required dow of
the harmonised replacement I.S. EN 50131-1, Alarm systems –
Intrusion systems – Part 1: System requirements. I.S. 228,
Monitoring Centres for Alarm Systems, was published in 1984, and
revised in 1989 to include extensive grading rules to cover the
construction and other security aspects of monitoring centres, and
an amendment was introduced in 1991 covering requirement for a
transmission delay on alarm activation. A further revision in 1997
updated requirements for construction and protection for a single
grading only, reception of signals, power supplies, and manning
facilities and operating procedures, and amendments in 1999 and
2000 introduced requirements for a key transfer hatch, where fitted,
and clarified and updated specification of glazing, equipment
signalling, and communications, and provided for more than one
emergency exit where appropriate. S.R. 25, Alarm Receiving
Centres Alarm Handling Procedures, was published in 2005 to
specify practices complying with the new Garda Síochána Policy on
verified alarms, and Committee members participated in NSAI
workshops which developed S.R. 40 and 41, Electronic security
services – Intruder alarm, access control and CCTV systems, and –
Monitoring services, respectively in 2005; these cover operational
requirements for companies providing electronic-security services,
supplementing the technical specifications in providing the basis for
licensing.
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NSAI Certification Schemes have existed for I.S. 199 (launched
1992), I.S. 228 (launched 1997), and dual I.S. 199/I.S. EN 50131-1
(launched 1998); development of a new certification scheme to the
full
I.S. EN 50131-1 to replace that to I.S. 199 was completed prior to
the dow in 2004, and migration of existing certificates effected after
a short transition.
Irish Standard Marks for Intruder Alarms and Monitoring
NSAI and other bodies such as SSAIB, Management Systems
Certification, EQA, and Insight Certification now provide
certification to Standards in the general area. The passing by the
Oireachteas in May 2004 of the Private Security Services Act, 2004,
setting up an Authority to grant licences to security-industry
operatives, including those concerned with electronic security,
enhanced compliance with the Standards owing to such compliance
being required by the Authority prior to issue of licences.
TC 13 participates in the work of IEC/TC 79 (O-member) and
CENELEC/TC 79 (Alarm systems), with a view to ensuring that
the Irish Standards are in harmony with the international and
European Standards in this area, and that there is Irish input to these
standardisation and harmonisation programmes. In CENELEC, a
comprehensive programme is underway to produce a series of
harmonised standards or technical specifications in the EN and
CLC/TS 5013X series to deal with all aspects of alarm systems. In
IEC, publications exist in the IEC 60 839 series: these, where
appropriate (e.g. dealing with transmission protocols), have been
transposed to ENs by parallel vote. The Committee over the period
considered 388 CENELEC and 2 IEC technical discussion
documents, including questionnaires, documents from other
national committees, draft standards, etc. Agreement that the
CLC/TS should be the general deliverable in the first instance for
specifications dealing with equipment and application guidelines has
assisted in speeding up production; ENs will remain for system
requirements or where already agreed or published.
The Committee continued its maintenance role of the indigenous
Standards I.S. 199 and I.S. 228, and to participate in that of the
published European and international Standards in the area. I.S. 199
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was, however, withdrawn on March 1, 2004, in accordance with dow
requirement of CENELEC, being replaced by I.S. EN 50131-1 (and
CLC/TS 50131-7); feasibility-study work on an EN or CLC/TS to
replace I.S. 228 began in CENELEC subsequent to approval in May
2004.
In 2005 the Committee produced a Standard Recommendation on
handling procedures of alarms received by alarm receiving centres;
this was produced to specify practices complying with the new
Garda Síochána Policy on verified alarms, and followed the
production of Standard Recommendations covering operational
requirements for companies providing electronic-security services,
the latter supplementing the technical specifications in providing the
basis for licensing by the PSA.
In 2006 a WG draft on Monitoring and Alarm Receiving Centre
Requirements, based primarily on Irish and UK documents, was
formulated for progression through CLC/TC 79. Preparation also
commenced on a draft to cover requirements for security fog
devices. Other new CENELEC work items were approved to deal
with requirements for glass-break detectors, combined and
integrated alarm systems.
The following were published over the period:-
(12) S.R. 25: Alarm Receiving Centres Alarm Handling
Procedures.
(13) S.R. 40: Electronic security services – Intruder alarm, access
control and CCTV systems.
(14) S.R. 41: Electronic security services – Alarm receiving centres.
There were seven full committee meetings over the period, which
achieved an average attendance level of 71%. The Committee is
composed of representative groupings each represented by one
delegate, whose task is to act as convener of his grouping and obtain
consensus input to TC 13. These groupings meet as required, and
conduct other exchanges electronically.
The Secretary continued liaison activities to NSAI’s Advisory
Committee on Intruder Alarm Systems Certification; in 2004 he
chaired technical subcommittee meeting in preparation for the
supersession of I.S 199 at the end of the first quarter thereof. This
Committee in 2004 participated in discussions with the Garda
Síochána Assistant Commissioner, Strategy and Services, regarding
proposals for a revised Garda Policy on response to intruder alarms;
one element is the plan to require verification of activations, initially
by keyholder presence and ultimately by technical equipment
verification. In response, ETCI/TC 13 commenced a feasibility
study on possible specifications for definition of verified alarms and
on handling and filtering techniques, which resulted in the
publication of S.R. 25: 2005. In 2005, also, committee members,
representing their various constituencies, participated in NSAI
working-group meetings formed to produce operational Standard
Recommendations for companies operating in the electronicsecurity area to supplement the technical specifications: these
resulted in S.R. 40: 2005 and S.R. 41: 2005. Of relevance to the
Committee was the 2005 NSAI Annual Conference Secure Ireland,
held in Dublin in November. It dealt with ensuring acceptable
levels of safety in the face of threats from whatever source, and the
requirement for specification of these threats and of good and
acceptable practice to deal adequately with them, including that
covering the area of electronic security.
(1)
EN 50131-1: Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part 1:
System requirements.
(2)
CLC/TS 50131-2-2:Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part
2-2: Requirements passive infrared detectors.
(3)
CLC/TS 50131-2-3:Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part
2-3: Requirements for microwave detectors.
(4)
CLC/TS 50131-2-4:Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part
2-5: Requirements for combined passive infrared and
ultrasonic detectors.
(5)
CLC/TS 50131-2-5:Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part
2-5: Requirements for combined passive infrared and
microwave detectors.
(6)
CLC/TS 50131-2-6:Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part
2-6: Requirements for opening contacts (magnetic).
The following WGs were participated in: -
(7)
CLC/TS 50131-4:Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part 4:
Warning devices.
CLC/TC 79/WG 1
- Requirements for intruder and hold-up
alarm systems
(8)
EN 50131-5-3: Alarm systems – Intrusion systems – Part 5-3:
Requirements for interconnections equipment using radio
frequency techniques.
CLC/TC 79/WG 3
- Requirements for control and indicating
equipment and power supply for intruder
and hold-up alarm systems
(9)
CLC/TS 50136-4: Alarm systems – Alarm transmission
systems and equipment – Part 4:Annunciation equipment used
in alarm receiving centres.
CLC/TC79/WG 11
-Requirements for intruder alarm systems
using wire-free and non-specific links
CLC/TC 79/WG14
- Requirements for monitoring and alarm
receiving centres
(from 2006)
(10) CLC/TS 50136-7: Alarm systems – Alarm transmission
systems and equipment – Part 7: Application guidelines.
(11) CLC/TR 50456: Guidelines to achieving compliance with
EC directives for alarm systems.
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Over the period three meetings of CLC/TC 79, two of WG 1, four
of WG 3, and one of WG 14 were attended.
ETCI
Technical Committee No. 14
Electric Cables
C 14 is responsible for the Irish contribution to
standards in the area of low, medium and high voltage
electric cables. The committee participates in the
work of IEC and CENELEC TC 20, which provide
both International and European standards
respectively for this area and also in the work of CENELEC TC
46X (Communication cables) and SC46XC (Multicore, multipair
and quad data communications cables) as well as TC 215
(Electrotechnical aspects of telecommunications equipment). The
principal deliverables of TC 14 are:
The main activities of TC 14 during the period 2004 to 2006 have
been in relation to;
I.S. 201 and 202 for PVC and Rubber Insulated cables (450/750
Volts) respectively
HD 21 and 22 (the harmonised documents which serve as the basis
for I.S. 201 and 202).
I.S. EN 50265 (Common Test Methods)
•
Synchronisation for phase core colour cut-in
•
Pursuing Irish cable issues at CLC TC 20
•
Construction Products Directive and its impact on cable matters
•
Updating I.S.201 & I.S.202 (with respect to HD 21 & HD 22).
•
Data Cables Cat 5 enhanced and Cat 6 both shielded and unshielded
•
IS 273 SWA cables with either PVC or Cross-linked
Polyethylene insulation for voltages 600/1000V and
1900/3300V.
I.S. EN 60811 (Insulating and sheathing materials)
HD 6XX Series (Medium and high voltage cables).
TC 14 met four times in 2004 and three times each in 2005 & 2006.
TC 14 members have continued to represent the committee at
CENELEC TC 20 plenary meetings together with the working
group meetings of CENELEC TC 46X & 46XC.
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Technical Committee No. 15
Human Exposure to Electromagnetic Fields
he role of TC 15 is to develop standards in the area of
Electromagnetic Fields and Human Health. This is
achieved through participation in the work of IEC
TC 106 (Methods for the assessment of electric,
magnetic and electromagnetic fields associated with
human exposure) and CENELEC TC 106X (formerly TC 211)
Electromagnetic fields in the human environment.
Whilst the primary work of our TC is to follow the work of CLC
TC 106X and IEC TC 106, the committee monitors the ongoing
legislative situation in areas under its remit. The urgent
Standardisation work related to general public exposure, mandated
by the European Commission, is now reducing and the Committee
is liaising with IEC to globalise the work.
During 2004, a standardisation mandate, (M351), was put in place to
cover the Commission requirements in the context of Diective
2004/40/EC, “Physical agents (EMF), and the relevant activities
within Cenelec commenced.
This work continued during 2005 and 2006, with good
contributions from Irish interested parties.
International Meetings
2004
CLC TC 106X, April and October
Additionally, there was participation in the following:
CLC TC 106X Chairman's Advisory Group (CAG), April, June,
October.
An Ad Hoc group met in Dublin in July to discuss a Joint New
Work Item Proposal from IE and DE in the field of AIMD and EMF.
The outcome was discussed and subsequently accepted for onward
processing by the CLC TC.
IEC TC106 Plenary, October
IEC TC106 GAG, June
IEC TC106 Working Groups, PT 62206, PT 62369
2005
CLC TC 106X, April
CLC TC 106X Chairman's Advisory Group (CAG) April
CLC TC 106X WG4 (Occupational exposure to EMF) March, June
TC 106X
acts as a “centre of excellence” on exposure to
electromagnetic fields for other product-based groups within
CENELEC and also in the European Telecommunications Standards
Institute using liaison and joint working arrangements. Although
working in this way is more complex, there are increased benefits
from the combination of the specific experts in products,
technologies and human exposure.
TC15 has been a very active contributor to these activities, with
regular participation at the CENELEC and IEC committee
meetings and with direct contribution to working groups and
Project Teams, as listed below. TC15 meetings are, on average, well
attended.
ETCI TC 15 held committee meeting as follows:
2004:
March and October
2005:
April
2006:
October
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CLC TC 106X WG15, (EMF exposure to persons with medical
devices) February, April, July, September, November
IEC TC106 GAG, June
IEC TC106 Working Groups,WG5, PT 62369
2006
CLC TC 106X, March
CLC TC 106X WG4, March
CLC TC 106X WG15, Nov
IEC TC106 Plenary, November
IEC TC106 WG4, November
IEC TC106 Project Team PT62369, February
ICNIRP EMF Workshop, March
ETCI
Technical Committee No. 16
Electromagnetic Compatibility
TCI TC16 is responsible for the input into European
and
International
Standards
dealing
with
electromagnetic compatibility. The committee
participates in the work of CENELEC TC210, TC210
WG1, IEC TC77,TC77A,TC77B, and CISPR.
EMC involves a dual process, to limit the levels of disturbances that
equipment produces and to control the immunity of equipment to
ensure adequate immunity. TC16 represents the Irish national
position on the international standardisation committees. The
purpose of the standards is to protect the electromagnetic spectrum,
utility networks and consumers.
During the three year period TC16 dealt with 287 CENELEC
working drafts (250 noted, voted/commented on: 37), 1174 IEC
documents (725 noted, 449 voted/commented on). Its members
attended 25 European and international meetings of CENELEC
and IEC/CISPR. Locations of these meetings: Brussels, Cape Town,
London, Madrid, Paris, Reykjavik, Santa Fe, San Juan, Tokyo and
Vancouver. Ireland hosted the CENELEC TC210 plenary meeting
in May 2004.
Frank Farrell won the IEC “1906 Award” in 2005.
Whilst the EMC Directive has been fully implemented since 1996
there continues to be a high level of new work going on in the
EMC area. This has been caused by the introduction of new
technologies. For example, computer processor speeds have now
passed the 1 GHz barrier with a commensurate increase in high
frequency harmonics emissions. In parallel, mobile telephone
technology has moved into the same frequency range and raises
relevant EMC issues.
With the advent of multi media devices it has become necessary to
combine traditional standards such as those for broadcast receivers
and Information Technology Equipment. Ireland, with a strong
tradition in the computer industry, has been playing a leading role in
the new CISPR I committees that are developing the CISPR 32 for
emissions and CISPR 35 for immunity.
The increasing drive for more broadband services has seen the
introduction of communications over power networks. This has
caused considerable debate regarding the protection of radio
services. These matters have generated a lot of activity for TC16.
A new EMC Directive was introduced in 2004. From a
standardisation point of view the role of TC16 has largely been
unchanged.The directive contained important changes in respect of
installations and mobile installations. While this has eased the
marking requirements for large machines and similar it has increased
the need for associated documentation.
TC16 has also taken an interest in Cenelec committee TC8X,This
committee produced EN 50160,Voltage characteristics of electricity
supplied by public distribution systems. Whilst this standard is an
EMC standard per se, it raises important issues regarding the ability
of equipment to withstand infrequent power line disturbances. With
de-regulation of the electricity supply market this standard is
becoming more important.
The automotive EMC area has also seen the introduction of a new
directive which, in particular, has clarified the requirements for after
market equipment and introduced a new EMC standard for these
products.
TC16 held 2 meetings in 2004, 3 in 2005 and 2 in 2006.
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Technical Committee No. 17
Automation and Programmable Systems
his Technical Committee was established in late 1998.
Prior to this, it operated as a Task Force. The
Automation and Programmable Systems Technical
Committee follows the work of CENELEC
Subcommittee 65CX (Fieldbus) and IEC
Subcommittee 65C (Digital Communications) which develop
standards for a common fieldbus
Ireland maintains ‘O’ member status within IEC SC 65C.
Photoelectronic Controls Task Force
he ETCI PCTF was set up to advance the conversion
of Irish Standard I.S. 428:1991
(Photoelectronic Controls for Road Lighting) into a
European Standard (EN) of CENELEC.
During 2004, PCTF attention turned to the European scene, with
the circulation of prEN50297 in March 2004, for formal voting
with a deadline of 7th May 2004. ETCI PCTF agreed to a positive
vote on this document without comment, however, unfortunately
this support was not reflected across Europe. 127 weighted votes
were cast for acceptance while 153 weighted votes called for
rejection, and the draft failed again, despite securing a majority of
the acceptance votes.
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In the light of the failure of draft prEN50297 to win acceptance on
a second vote, the BTTF 74-1 Secretary had little alternative other
than to recommend that CLC Project 8873 be deleted from the
CLC work programme and that BTTF 74-1 be disbanded. CLC BT
duly decided, by correspondence, to disband CLC BTTF 74-1 and
dismiss the Convenor.
ETCI PCTF did not meet in 2005 or 2006 but remained in standby
mode during the course of the years in order to respond to any
requirement to revise or amend I.S.428:1991.
ETCI
Qualification of Electrical Installation
Contractors Task Force (QICTF)
he Qualification of Electrical Installation Contractors
Task Force, was set up to follow the work of
CENELEC
Technical
Committee
TC218
(Qualification of Electrical Installation).
This CENELEC TC had been set up to provide a complementary
'electrical ' role, to that being provided by CEN TC330, for the nonelectrical area.
During 2001, it had seemed possible that a common position could
be found between CEN and CENELEC, in order that a single
standard, covering both electrical and non-electrical areas, could be
finalised.
Indeed progress was made, however this could not be sustained and
CEN TC330, during their meeting in September 2002, rejected the
Terms of Reference previously signed by the Chairmen of both
Committees and which had been ratified by CLC TC218. With
that, CEN TC330 decided to publish their work as a CEN Report.
the end of the voting period, prEN 50349, did not gain the
necessary support and a re-evaluation of the situation was
undertaken.
Bearing in mind that a common European position on Contractors
Qualification, as required by the European Commission, could not
be reached and that CEN TC Members had already decided to
produce a Technical Report, it was proposed that the work of CLC
TC 218 be consolidated into a Technical Specification (TS).
Accordingly, a decision was taken at the TC218 Meeting, November
19th. 2003 to launch a vote on a modified version of prEN 50349,
which took account of an extension to the scope to allow for small
and medium sized contractors.
The resulting vote was positive and TS 50349 was then made
available as a Technical Specification.
It is envisaged that future meetings, when held, would deal with
maintenance matters.
CLC TC218 met in early October 2002 and decided by a majority
of 5 to 3 to launch a Formal Vote on their document. However, at
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Residual Current Devices Task Force
(RCD TF)
he RCD TF was established by the ETCI Technical
Management Committee (TMC) in September 1996
in order to provide a specialist national focus for the
formulation of standards for residual current devices
(RCD’s). The Task Force is responsible for
monitoring the work of CLC TC23E and IEC SC23E in so far as it
relates to RCDs only (i.e. the TF does not deal with circuit breakers
or electromechanical contactors) and for providing appropriate
advice to ETCI Council. ETCI RCD TF is a full Participant
Member (P-member) of IEC SC23E.
with a better understanding of the application, selection and use of
such products. The publication is intended for use as a guide only,
and has no regulatory or statutory status and should therefore be
used in conjunction with the current issue of the National Rules for
Electrical Installations (ET101), relevant product standards, and I.S.
EN60439 - Low Voltage Switchgear and Control Gear Assemblies,
where applicable. The Guide is limited to RCD’s intended for
domestic and similar use, having a rated voltage not exceeding 400V
AC and a rated current not exceeding 125A.ET214 is available as a
free download from the ETCI web site.
During the triennial period, international work on a number of
important IEC Publications was concluded.These include:
During the triennial period voting was conducted on a total of 17
IEC SC23E documents (CDV, FDIS etc) and Ireland maintained a
100% participation rate in the voting process.
•
•
•
IEC 61008-1 (2006-06) Ed. 2.2
Residual current operated circuit-breakers without integral
overcurrent protection for household and similar uses (RCCBs)
- Part 1: General rules
IEC 61009-1 (2006-06) Ed. 2.2
Residual current operated circuit-breakers with integral
overcurrent protection for household and similar uses (RCBOs)
- Part 1: General rules
IEC/TR 62350 (2006-12)
Guidance for the correct use of residual current-operated
protective devices (RCDs) for household and similar use
2005 saw the publication of the RCD TF prepared “Guide to the
Selection and Use of Residual Current Devices” (ET214). This
Guide is intended to provide specifiers, installers and users of RCD’s
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The RCD TF held four physical meetings during the triennial
period. Increasingly, RCD TF is making use of electronic tools,
including ETCI Livelink, to facilitate communications and
collaboration.
The RCD TF was represented by Mr. P. Ward at 30 international
meetings throughout 2004 to 2006 (CLC TC23E Ad hoc Group,
IEC SE23E WG2, IEC SC23E, IEC TC64 WG22).
The RCD TF continues to operate in an efficient and effective
manner, particularly through the use of electronic means for
communicating and working. The RCD TF also maintains a high
level of contact with IEC SC23E and CENELEC TC23E through
active participation in the work and activities of these bodies, and
valuable information is provided to the RCD TF and ETCI through
this activity.
ETCI
Appendix 1
Technical Committee Membership*
Technical Management Committee (TMC)
Training Committee
Chairman:
2004:
Mr. B. Cunningham,
National Standards Authority of Ireland
2005, 2006 Mr. J. Egan, Chairman ETCI
Mr. G. Buckley,
Incoming ETCI Chairman (joined 04-2006)
Mr. K. Harley,
Chairman TC2 (retired TMC 06-2006)
Mr. P. Hession,
ETCI Chief Executive Officer
Mr. M. Keaveny, ETCI Board of Directors
Dr. R. Kirkham,
Chairman TC10 (retired TMC 06-2006)
Mr. J. Keogh,
Chairman TC2 (joined TMC 06-2006)
Mr. P. Kelleher,
Chairman TC11 (joined TMC 06-2006)
Mr. M. McKenna, Chairman TC14
Secretary: Mr. B. Abbott,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
Chairman: Mr. J. Egan, Chairman ETCI
Mr. M. Hanly,TC5
Mr. L.Traynor,TC2
Mr. N. O’Riordan,TC6
Secretary: Mr. P. Hession,
ETCI Chief Executive Officer
International Policy Committee
Chairman: Mr. J. Egan, Chairman ETCI
Mr. G. Buckley, Incoming ETCI Chairman
Mr. B. Cunningham,
National Standards Authority of Ireland
Mr. E. McDonnell,
National Standards Authority of Ireland
Secretary: Mr. P. Hession,
ETCI Chief Executive Officer
TC1 (Safety of Household and Similar
Electrical Appliances)
Chairman: Mr. M. Betz, Gken Dimplex
Mr. B. Breen, ABS Pumps
Mr. P. Breewood, Goblin Ireland Ltd.
Mr. J. Dunne, Servequip
Mr. P. Fogarty, Hitachi Koki Europe Ltd
Mr. B. Hopkins, Heatsolve
Mr. F. Mackey,
National Standards Authority of Ireland
Mr. P. Rice, Braun Ireland Ltd
Mr S. Sabin, Oasis Ireland
Mr. O.Ward, Enterprise Ireland
TC61H Subgroup
Mr. B. Buckley, Gallaghers
Mr. M. Callanan,Tekelek
Mr. F. Conway, IFA
Mr. C. Creedon, ICMSA
Mr. P. George, Cheetah Electronics
Mr. J. Lucey, Gallaghers
Mr. J. Murphy, Agrihealth
Mr. M. O’Brien, Mullinahone Co-Op
* Membership on 31st December 2006
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Secretary:
Adhoc Immersion subgroup
Mr. S. Byrne, Ideal
Ms. M. Cullina, Elemex
Mr. G. Healy, Elemex
Mr. K. Kelly, RECI/TC2
Mr. B. Moran, ECSSA/TC2
Mr. D. Bridges,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
Secretary:
Mr. D. Hicks, Hivar Engineering
Mr. M. Keane, ABB
Mr. P. Lord, Lord Engineering
Mr. M. O’Hara, O’Hara Engineeing
Mr. P. Rathbourne, HVSM
Mr. T. Moloney, Schneider Electric Ireland
TC4 (Switchgear, Control Gear and
Associated Equipment)
TC2 (Electrical Installations)
Chairman: Mr. K. Harley, ETCI (up to December 2005)
Mr. J. Keogh, ESB Networks
(on Mr. Harley’s retirement)
Mr. N. Dunne,
Association of Electrical Wholesalers
Mr. J. Egan, Association of
Consulting Engineers of Ireland.
Mr. C. Farnan, Consultant
Mr. J.J. Farrell, Consultant
Mr. J.C. McConnell
Electrical Contractors’ Association
Mr. M. McKenna, Enterprise Ireland.
Mr. F. Mahon, Health & Safety Authority
Mr. J. O’Dwyer, University College, Dublin
Mr. A. O’Reilly, Dublin City Council
Mr. B. Moran, ECSSA
Mr. J. O’Sullivan. OPW
Mr. K. Kelly RECI
Mr. L.Traynor,
Incorporated Institution of Engineers.
Mr. P.Thunder, Consultant.
Secretary: Mr. J. A. O’Doherty, ETCI
TC3 (Power Installations Exceeding 1 kV a.c.
(1.5 kV d.c.))
Chairman: Mr. C. Madden, ESB Networks
Mr. S. Dowling , ESB Networks
Mr.T. Gallagher, University College, Dublin
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Chairman: Mr. J. Rice, Schneider Electric Ireland
Mr. D. Deane,
Varming Mulcahy Reilly Assocociation
Mr. R. Dooley, Siemens Ireland Ltd
Mr. M. Halliday, Parkmore Switchgear
Mr. D. Kelly, ABB Ireland
Mr. D. Jackson, Jackson Switchgear Ltd
Mr. J. McGuinness, ESTA Manufacturing
Mr. R. Nolan,Techna Switchgear
Mr. P. Ward,Western Automation R&D
Mr. M.Wyer, ESB networks.
Secretary: Mr. M. Keaveny, ETCI
TC5 (ETCI Safety Committee)
Chairman: Mr. E. O’Flynn, ESB Networks
Mr. A. Burke,
Construction Industries Federation
Mr. P. Delaney, Health & Safety Authority
Mr. C. FitzGerald, ETCI
Mr. P. Furey, ETCI
Mr. R. Gibbs, ESB Customer Supply
Mr. M. Keaveny, ETCI
Mr. D. Murphy,
Dept of Environment & Local Government
Mr. H. O’Keeffe, ETCI
Mr.T. Reilly, ESB Networks
Mr.T. Ryan,Teagasc
Secretary: Mr. P. Hession, ETCI
ETCI
TC6 (Equipment for Potentially Explosive
Atmospheres)
Chairman: Mr. N. O’Riordan, ETCI
Mr. E. Bergin, Hibernian Insurance.
Mr. D. Brennan, Certification Engineering Ltd.
Mr. K. Buckley, Health and Safety Authority
Ms. C. Connolly, Xerox Europe
Mr. H. Duane.
Mr. C. Ennis,
Electrical Contractors Association
Mr. K. Fallon,
DPS Engineering and Construction Ltd.
Mr. P. A. Henehan, Consultant
Mr. J. Leahy, A P Haslam Ltd.
Mr. D. McClean,
Compliance Engineering Ireland Ltd
Mr. D. O’Halloran, Consultant.
Mr. D. O’Mahony, Eli Lilly S.A.
Mr. N Ross, GE Panametrics Ltd.
Secretary: Mr. B. Abbott,
National Standards Authority of Ireland
TC10 (Electrical Equipment in
Medical Practice)
Chairman: Dr. R J Kirkham, St James’s Hospital
Mr. P. Cooney, St. Luke’s Hospital
Dr.T. Conere, Independent expert
Dr. E. Coyle, Dublin Institute of Technology
Ms. S. Dempsey, Irish Nurses Organisation
Dr. J. Dunphy,
The College of Anaesthetists RCSI
Mr. K. Goulding, IMSTA.
Mr. P. Grainger, Independent expert
Ms. A. Hanson, Irish Medicines Board
ETCI
Secretary:
Mr.W. Higgins,
Department of Health & Children
Mr. J. Kidd, BEAI.
Mr. J. McGivney. Saint Luke’s Hospital
Prof. J. Malone,
Trinity College Dublin and St. James’ Hospital
Dr. G. Manson, Independent Expert, APSM
Mr. D.T. Moran,
Irish Medical and Surgical Trade Association
Mr. J. O'Dea, Irish Medical Device
Manufacturers Association
Mr. C. O’Neill Independent Expert
Mr. P. Pentony,Tallaght Hospital
Mr. R. Reilly, University College Dublin
Mr. D Ryan, Dublin Dental Hospital
Ms. M Smith,
Institution of Engineers of Ireland
Ms. C. Keane,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
Advisors to TC10
Ms. F. Barker, St Luke’s Hospital
Mr. B. Brophy
Mr. M. Casey,Tallaght Hospital
Mr. P. Condron
Ms. A. Dowling, Mater Hospital
Mr.T. Gallagher, Department of Health & Children
Mr. P. Gilligan, Mater Hospital
Mr. E. Kealy, St James’s Hospital
Mr. D Howett, Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland
Ms.T. Kenny, Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland
Prof. J. Malone, St James’s Hospital
Ms. L. Malone, Beaumont Hospital
Mr. D. Murnaghan St Luke’s Hospital
Prof R. O’Moore, St James’s Hospital
Mr. N. Phelan, Mater Hospital
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TC11 (Safety of Electronic Equipment within
the Field of Audio/Video, Information
Technology and Communication Technology)
Chairman: Mr. P. Kelleher, Dell Products,
Mr. D. Butcher, Artesyn Technologies
Mr. J. Byrne, Lake Communications Ltd
Mr. R. Clifford, IBM Ireland
Mr. J. Kidd, Compliance Technology Services
Mr. M. O’Dwyer, Apple Computers Ltd.
Mr. J. Reynolds, Apple Computers Ltd.
Secretary: Mr. B. Abbott,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
TC12 (Electronic Communication Systems)
Chairman: Mr. J. Murphy, Eircom
Mr. O. Foley, Alcatel
Mr.T. Murtagh, Longford County Council.
Mr. P. Fitzsimons, Philips.
Mr. A. Levingston, Systamax.
Mr. J. Fahey,Volex.
Mr. B. Dilworth, Eircom.
Mr. J. Jennings, NTL.
Secretary: Mr. D. Ryle, RTE Retired.
TC13 (Alarm Systems)
Chairman: Mr. P. B. Flanagan, ATA Security
Mr. J. Dunny, Sun Alliance & London
Mr. B. Keenan, Aware Security
Mr. J. Kirwan, Bank of Ireland
Mr. B. Martin, Chubb Electronic Security
Insp. P. McCabe, Garda Síochána
Sgt. G. O’Farrell, Garda Síochána
Mr.W. O’Neill, Interlogix
Mr. N. Quigley, Eircom Phonewatch
Mr. M. Stairs, R.A.S. Security Systems
Mr. N. P.Tonge, Eagle Star
Secretary: Dr. I Cowan,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
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TC14 (Electric Cables)
Chairman: Mr. M. McKenna, Enterprise Ireland
Mr. E. Bergin, ESB National Grid
Mr. H. Boyle, Siemens Ltd.
Mr. D. Dickson, Nexans
Mr. A. Hanlon, ABB Cables
Mr.T. Henshaw, ABB Cables
Mr. B. Kernaghan, Eircom
Mr. D. McNaughton, Sanmina - SCI.
Mr. J. Molloy, Associated Plastics of Ireland
Mr. M. Peluffo, Systimax Solutions
Mr. M. O’Sullivan, Kromberg and Schubert
Mr. D. Robinson, Irish Driver Harris Ltd
Mr. P.Thunder, ETCI TC2.
Secretary: Mr. S. Kelly,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
TC15 (Human Exposure to Electromagnetic
Fields)
Chairman: Mr. J. McAuley,
Compliance Engineering Ireland
Mr. I. Brooker,Tyco Safety Products
Mr. C. Day, Commissioner of Irish Lights
Mr. E. Farrell,Vodafone
Ms. S. Fleming, ComReg
Mr. J. Gartland, ESBI
Ms. H. Graham, Meteor
Mr. K. Halpenny, Independent
Mr. P. Kelleher, Dell Products
Mr. M. Maher, Health and Safety Authority
Dr.T. McManus,
Dept. of Communication, Marine and Natural
Resources
Mr. M. O'Dwyer, Apple Computer
Mr. C. O'Neill, Independent
Mr.W. van der Putten,Western Health Board
Mr. P. Reilly,
Compliance Engineering Ireland Ltd
Comdt.T. Roche, Air Corps
Secretary: Mr. D. Bridges,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
ETCI
TC16 (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
Photoelectronic Controls Task Force
Chairman: Mr. J. McAuley,
Compliance Engineering Ireland
Mr. A. Brazil, FAAC Electronics
Mr. D. Bridges,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
Mr. C. Byrne, KOSTAL Ireland
Mr. R. Clifford, IBM Ireland Manufacturing
Mr. P. Creighton, NUI(G)
Mr. F. Farrell, ESB Networks
Prof. G. Hurley, NUI(G)
Mr. P. Kelleher, Dell Products
Mr. M. Murray, ESB Networks
Mr.T. O’Brien,
ElectroMagnetic Technologies Ltd
Mr.T. O’Connell, FAAC Electronics
Mr. M. O’Dwyer, Apple Computer Ltd.
Mr. M. Peluffo, Avaya Technologies
Mr. M. Prendergast, Eircom
Mr. P. Reilly, Compliance Engineering Ireland
Mr. M. Stephenson, Xerox
Mr. J.J.Wilkinson, Artesyn Technologies
Secretary: Mr. P. Hession, ETCI
Chairman: Dr. E. O’Mongain, UCD
Mr. B. Callagy, Dublin City Council
Mr. K. Cleary, Cleary & Associates
Mr. B. Cunningham,
National Standards Authority of Ireland
Mr. S. Noone, Solar Enterprises Ltd.
Secretary: Mr. B. Abbott,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
TC17 (Automation & Programmable Systems)
Chairman: Mr. M. Kehoe, IBM Ireland.
Mr. R. Burke, Independent
Mr. B. Cassidy, ABB Group
Mr. S. Carter, Rochwell Automation
Mr. E. Connolly, ESB Networks
Mr. D. Heffernan, PEI -UL
Mr. N. Killeen, Hanley Controls
Mr. A. Lynch, PCAS
Mr. M. McAree, Project Management Ltd
Mr. C. Murray, DIT
Mr. B. O'Brien, O'Brien Associates
Mr M. Rusk, Schneider Electric Ireland
Mr. J. Shaw, GE Superabrasives
Mr. M.Waring, Jacobs Engineering
Secretary: Mr. D. Bridges,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
ETCI
Residual Current Devices Task Force
Chairman: Mr. J. O’Dwyer, UCD
Mr. P Ward,
Western Automation Research & Development
Secretary: Mr. B. Abbott,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
Qualifications of Installation Contractors
Task Force
Chairman: Mr. T. Carroll, ESB Networks
Mr. B. Moran, ECSSA
Mr. M. Moran, AECI
Mr. D. McGloughlin, RECI
Mr. L. Redmond, ECA
Mr. P.Thunder, ETCI TC2
Secretary: Mr. D. Bridges,
National Standards Authority of Ireland.
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Appreciations
ith deep regret was noted the death of three
staunch contributors to the work of ETCI: Prof
John Murphy, Mr. Tommy Kearns and Mr. Tony
McColgan who died on 25th September 2004,
29th December 2004 and 22nd October 2005
respectively.
He was Chairman of a number of ETCI committees: the Advisory
Committee on Safety (ACOS), the Safety Publicity Committee, the
Committee on Approval Schemes and the International Liaison
Committee. He was Chairman of ETCI in the period 1977 to 1979
and was a member of the TMC until his retirement from active
participation in ETCI in 1997.
John Murphy was an active member of TC16 since its initiation in
June 1997 until he resigned from the committee in May 2003. Prior
to TC16, Prof Murphy was Chairman of TC9 (EMC between
Electrical Equipment including Networks) until its disbandment.
Tony McColgan’s association with ETCI goes back to 1976 when
he represented RTE on ETCI’s TC12 (Telecommunications and
Radio Systems).Tony acted as Secretary to TC12 from 1988 until he
resigned the post in 2005 due to his prolonged illness.
Tommy Kearns’ association with ETCI started in the mid 1970s
when Tommy was the ESB representative on the Council of ETCI.
May they rest in peace.
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Appendix 2
ETCI Procedures
he Technical Management Committee (TMC) first
introduced ETCI’s Manual of Procedures in 1997 with
the aim of regularising ETCI’s activities and of
standardising procedures.
At the time, it was stated that the procedures were live documents
and not intended to be dogmatic in their nature. As such, the
Procedures are subject to change as the necessity arises. The TMC
has endeavoured to include all facets of ETCI's activities. The
purpose of these procedures is to equip members in understanding
the modus operandi of ETCI.These procedures are intended to act
as a guidance to members in their relationship with ETCI and in
their attendance at international meetings.
Procedure
Subject
9
Hosting Of European And International Meetings In
Ireland..
10
Procedure for the nomination by ETCI of persons from
Ireland to serve as either Chairman or Secretary of an
International Technical Committee.
11
Customer Complaints.
12
ETCI Reference Library.
13
Default Voting on CENELEC and IEC Documents.
14
ETCI Web site.
15
Nomination of individuals to IEC/CENELEC TCs, SCs,
WGs or MTs for which there is no national mirror
committee.
1
Terms of Reference for Technical Management Committee
2
The Establishment of Technical Committees/Task Forces.
16
Hosting ETCI Seminars and ETCI Training Courses.
3
Conduct of Technical Committees/Task Forces.
17
Processing of technical comments in areas of technology for
which there is no corresponding ETCI TC or TF.
4
Appeals Procedures.
18
5
Public Inquiry Procedure to be followed during preparation
of a new edition or an Amendment of the National Rules
for Electrical Installation.
Procedure for the uniform processing with ETCI TCs/TFs
of a new work item.
19
Procedure for the proper use of the ETCI logo and ETCI
generated text.
Procedure for attendance at CENELEC, IEC or ISSA
Meetings.
20
Procedure for the preparation of a new ETCI publication.
21
Procedure for ETCI Training
6
7
Rules for Authorisation of Missions where Travel and
Subsistence Expenses incurred thereon are to be claimed.
8
ETCI Guidelines for International Travel to Technical
Meetings.
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Appendix 3
Fatal Accidents in Republic of Ireland
2004 - 2006
Table 1: Personal Details
Table 2: Premises
Sex
2004
2005
2006
Total
Male
5
5
0
10
Female
0
0
0
0
Total
5
5
0
10
Location
Kitchen/Workshop
2004
2005
2006
Total
0
1
0
1
Reception/Dining/
Bedroom
0
0
0
0
Outhouse
0
0
0
0
Yard
1
0
0
1
2004
2005
2006
Total
Field
3
1
0
4
Single
3
3
0
6
Road
0
0
0
0
Married
2
1
0
3
Unknown
0
1
0
1
Electrical Substn
Indoor
0
0
0
0
Total
5
5
0
10
Electrical Substn
Outdoor
0
0
0
0
Marital Status
Age Groups
2004
2005
2006
Total
0 - 10
0
0
0
0
10 - 20
0
0
0
0
20 - 40
3
4
0
7
40 - 60
2
0
0
2
60+
0
0
0
0
Unknown
0
1
0
1
Total
5
5
0
10
Occupation
2004
2005
2006
Total
Student/Child
1
0
0
1
Apprentice
0
0
0
0
Farmer/Farm Worker
0
0
0
0
Craft (Electrical)
0
0
0
0
Craftsperson
0
1
0
1
M/C Op. Mobile
1
1
0
2
M/C Op. Stationary
0
0
0
0
Semi/Unskilled
1
2
0
3
Unknown
2
1
0
3
Total
5
5
0
10
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Building Under
Construction
1
3
0
4
Total
5
5
0
10
Type
2004
2005
2006
Total
Private House
1
1
0
2
Farm
1
0
0
1
Factory
0
1
0
1
Commercial
0
0
0
0
Public Place
0
0
0
0
Construction Site
1
3
0
4
Open Country
2
0
0
2
Total
5
5
0
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Table 3: Voltage Details
Voltage Level
2004
Table 5: Installation Equipment Defects
2005
2006
Total
Defect
2004
2005
2006
Total
380/220V (LV)
0
2
0
2
10 - 20kV
5
3
0
8
Earth Wire
Disconnected
0
0
0
0
≥ 38kV
0
0
0
0
Earthing Ineffective
0
0
0
0
10
Fusing Incorrect
0
0
0
0
Other Protection
Ineffective
0
1
0
1
Parts not normally
live not earthed
0
0
0
0
Total
5
5
0
Location
Supply side
5
3
0
8
Customer side
0
2
0
2
Not Known/
No Defect
5
4
0
9
Total
5
5
0
10
Total
5
5
0
10
2004
2005
2006
Total
0
2
0
2
Table 4: Equipment Involved
Equipment
Table 6: Contact Details
2004
2005
2006
Total
Overhead Line
5
3
0
8
Direct Contact
Cable or Wiring
0
0
0
0
Indirect Contact
5
3
0
8
Transformer (Power)
0
0
0
0
Explosion/Fire
0
0
0
0
Circuit Breaker
0
0
0
0
Total:
5
5
0
10
Flex
0
0
0
0
Portable Apparatus
0
1
0
1
Socket Outlets
0
0
0
0
Fixed Appliances
0
1
0
1
Total:
5
5
0
10
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Appendix 4
ETCI PUBLICATIONS
CODE
TITLE
ISSUED
PRICE
P&P
NATIONAL RULES
ET101
National Rules for Electrical Installations Incorporating Amendment No. 1
2000
63.50
8.50
ET101/A2
Amendment No. 2 to the National Rules for Electrical Installations 3rd Edition
2005
7.50
1.95
ET105
National Rules for Electrical Installations In Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
2001
50.00
2.90
ET107
National Rules for Inspection and Certification of Existing Electrical
Installations for Reconnection to the Distribution System
2006
6.00
1.95
CODES OF PRACTICE AND GUIDES
ET201
Code of Practice for Design, Selection,
Testing & Erection of LV Switchboards For Commercial & Industrial Application
2005
37.00
2.90
ET202
Guide to the Selection of Electrical Apparatus for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
2001
50.00
2.90
ET204
Code of Practice for Control Systems Involving
Programmable Electronic Products and Systems
1995
12.70
2.35
ET205
Guide to the Installation of Extra Low Voltage Lighting Systems
1998
12.70
2.35
ET206
Good Practice Guide on the Management Of Electrical Safety at Work
2000
44.45
4.00
ET207
Guide to the National Rules for Electrical
Installations as Applicable to Domestic & Similar Installations
2003
30.00
2.90
ET208
Code of Practice for the Design, Selection
& Erection of LV Switchboards for Residential Areas
2000
10.16
1.95
ET209
A Recommended Maintenance & Inspection
Routine for Electrical Installations in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
2003
35.00
2.35
ET210
Code of Practice for the Selection and Installation of Low Voltage Generators
2003
12.00
1.95
ET211
Code of Practice for Public Lighting Installations in Residential Areas
2003
12.00
1.95
ET212
Guidelines for Extensions, Additions and Alterations to Existing Electrical Installations
2003
0.00
0.00
ET213
Guide to The Basic Principles of Electrical Safety
2007
15.00
2.45
Seminar Papers of Regional Seminars on National Rules for 3rd Edition
2000
6.35
2.90
ATEX Seminar Papers on ATEX Seminar Cork November 2001
2001
12.70
2.90
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