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BS 7909:1998

Superseded

Superseded

A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.

Code of practice for design and installation of temporary distribution systems delivering a.c. electrical supplies for lighting, technical services and other entertainment related purposes

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

15-12-1998

Superseded date

30-11-2008

$531.66
Including GST where applicable
Summarise this standard

Committees responsible
Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 Notification of requirements
5 Materials, appliances and components
6 Planning and design considerations
7 Work on site
8 Inspection and testing
9 Supervision during use
10 Additional earthing provisions
Annex A (normative) Construction recommendations for
switchgear for temporary electrical supplies
Annex B (informative) Unit functions
Annex C (informative) Earthing for temporary installations
Annex D (informative) Standard connections for a 19 pin
quarter turn connector
Annex E (informative) Bibliography
Figure 1 Temporary electrical supply system: film or TV
           location installation
Figure 2 Temporary electrical supply system: theatre or
           concert installation
Figure D.1 Standard connections for a 19 pin quarter turn
           connector (outlet rear view)
Table 1 Minimum IP protection (with all covers in place)
Table 2 Preferred power distribution connectors
Table A.1 Fault rating

Covers temporary distribution systems and use of low voltage a.c. e electricity for television, film, theatre, pop concerts and similar events, both in- and out-of-doors.

Committee
CPW/4
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes 96/540343 DC and BS 5550-7.5.1(1981) (10/2005)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
26
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
Supersedes

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