Safe selection of devices for installation in assemblies

Technical Bulletin

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Mechanical & Electrical Supplement

Series

Technical Bulletin

Abstract

Guidance explaining risks from mixing devices and assemblies or fitting new devices into older enclosures, with requirements to verify conformity to the BS EN IEC 61439 series and installer responsibilities under BS 7671.

History

February 2026 edition. Supersedes April 2019 edition.

Subjects

Publisher History

BEAMA represents the electrotechnical industry for the UK, supporting manufacturers of electrical infrastructure products and systems from transmission through distribution to the environmental services in the built environment.


Information

NBS

NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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