Prevention of premature collapse test specification. BEAMA cable management technical committee (CMTC)

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Mechanical & Electrical Supplement

Abstract

Provides a test specification for assessing cable management systems intended to prevent the premature collapse of wiring systems which may be caused by fire from an external source. Supports compliance with BS 7671 requirements by defining methods to verify cable retention and system performance under heat exposure. This aims to aid manufacturers, system designers, specifiers and installers to select and erect wiring systems to prevent cables from premature collapse.

History

Version 1. September 2026.

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.


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