Two major announcements from the IET and BSI.
On 31 July 2024, IET and BSI issued Amendment 3:2024 of BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations. In addition, they also announced there will be a Draft for Public Consultation (DPC) on Amendment 4:2026 from 7 August 2024.
NICEIC Technical Director Paul Collins commented: “Thank you to everyone who has shared their perspectives and insights on the development of Amendment 3:2024 to the BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 IET Wiring Regulations. This change introduces a new regulation (530.3.201) for the use of bidirectional and unidirectional devices, and two new definitions. Your feedback played a crucial role in helping to shape the final Amendment which I am pleased to report is now live.”
“To ensure you remain compliant and up to date, all NICEIC-certified businesses are required to download a free copy of Amendment 3:2024 from the BSI, IET or the NICEIC website today and keep it with your copy of the BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 IET Wiring Regulations.”
“As with all updates we know there will be questions, and to help NICEIC-certified businesses we will host a special episode of The WIRE, our technical webinar, on 7 August at 20:00. Our technical experts will discuss the Amendment in detail and answer your questions.” Registration details can be found at niceic.com/thewire
Draft for Public Consultation (DPC) on Amendment 4:2026
The IET and BSI will shortly publish a DPC to which they are seeking views on a proposed update that is expected to come into effect in 2026. This has a broader scope than Amendment 3:2024.
Paul added “We encourage electrical businesses to actively participate in the DPC process on its release on 7 August. Your engagement is key to shaping the future of our industry.”
In a statement the IET and BSI confirmed Amendment 4:2026 will incorporate changes to harmonised standards at a European level, which the UK is required to adopt within a specific timeframe.
The IET Head of Technical Regulations Mark Coles further commented: “It is intended that this Amendment will also include requirements for stationary secondary batteries, low voltage generating sets, power over ethernet, energy efficiency and functional earthing and functional-equipotential-bonding for information and communication technology equipment and systems (ICT). Each area of change is a response to fast evolving technologies.”
Paul concludes: “There is a lot of detail in the upcoming DPC, but we are here to help. Between now and November, we will run more webinars and provide more technical resources to help NICEIC-certified businesses navigate the significant points raised in the DPC for Amendment 4:2026. We’ll share more details over the next few weeks.
For now, please download Amendment 3:2024 to BS 7671:2018+A2:2022 IET Wiring Regulations and get ready to share your feedback on Amendment 4:2026.”
For more information visit the IET website.
