Working groups from the International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC) Technical Committee TC34 (Lighting) met in Wellington in February. The gathering was the first of three planned for 2020, until the COVID-19 pandemic struck. NZ's Head of Delegation, Bryan King, explains the role of this Technical Committee and how it gives impetus to standards development.
Standards New Zealand Approval Board member, John Boshier’s term on the Board concluded in February, bringing to an end a valuable contribution to standards that spanned more than five years. Read John's reflections plus insights on the future role of standards in this article.
The New Zealand government’s energy strategies are focused on transitioning our country to reach 100 percent renewable electricity by 2035 and to be a net zero carbon emitter by 2050. Hydrogen is emerging as a key technology that could help to achieve this target by ‘decarbonising’ parts of our economy. Standards are playing an important role in helping develop the safe and efficient introduction of hydrogen technologies.
Working groups from the International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC) Technical Committee TC34 (Lighting) met in Wellington in February. The gathering was the first of three planned for 2020, until the COVID-19 pandemic struck. NZ's Head of Delegation, Bryan King, explains the role of this Technical Committee and how it gives impetus to standards development.
Standards New Zealand Approval Board member, John Boshier’s term on the Board concluded in February, bringing to an end a valuable contribution to standards that spanned more than five years. Read John's reflections plus insights on the future role of standards in this article.
Standards New Zealand is seeking feedback on an amendment to AS/NZS 3012:2010 Electrical installations – Construction and demolition sites. Note that there are two separate documents to review, one for New Zealand-only content and one for joint Australian/New Zealand content.
Standards New Zealand is seeking feedback on the draft Amendment No. 2 to NZS 6114:2006 Electrical installations – Requirements for the safe supply of electricity to installations/facilities and equipment operating at non-standard voltages and frequencies. Amendment No. 2 is now available for public comment.
The New Zealand government’s energy strategies are focused on transitioning our country to reach 100 percent renewable electricity by 2035 and to be a net zero carbon emitter by 2050. Hydrogen is emerging as a key technology that could help to achieve this target by ‘decarbonising’ parts of our economy. Standards are playing an important role in helping develop the safe and efficient introduction of hydrogen technologies.
AS/NZS 3000:2018 Electrical Installations – Known as the Australian/ New Zealand Wiring Rules, has been updated. This is an important standard for the electrical industry, as it sets out the requirements for the design, construction, and verification of electrical installations. It’s important for New Zealanders in general too, as the standard is designed to protect people, livestock, and property from electric shock, fire, and physical injury.
In May, in a ceremony in Rotorua, Pat Cunniffe was presented with the prestigious Tom Leong Award for her contribution to electrical safety in New Zealand. Pat is a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit and a consumer advocate on many boards and standards committees, here and overseas.
Over the last decade, there have been major changes in lighting equipment. Solid state lighting (SSL) LED light sources, and luminaires have emerged as the predominant technology. Amendment No. 1, published in April 2018, includes updates to reflect current practices and simplifies how the standard is used.
The new edition of the Wiring Rules, AS/NZS 3000:2018, is expected to be published in the next few months and will be more flexible, user-friendly and easier to read.
Last month, Standards New Zealand hosted the AG-001 Gas appliances committee in Wellington. Twenty-five technical experts from Australia and New Zealand, including committee members and industry observers, attended the meeting.
Standards New Zealand has been devising documents for the electrical sector since the 1950s. They cover everything from spark plugs to systems testing and apply to everyone from electricians to 'DIYers'. Many of the documents listed here have been developed jointly with Standards Australia and in partnership with organisations such as the Energy Safety Service and the Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand.
AS/NZS 60335.2.2:2020, including Australian and New Zealand national variations to clauses 6, 7, 22 and 24, will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.2:2018 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.2:2018 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
View product pageAS/NZS 60335.2.2:2020, including Australian and New Zealand national variations to clauses 6, 7, 22 and 24, will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.2:2018 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.2:2018 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
View product pageAS/NZS 60335.2.96:2020 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2002 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2002 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
View product pageAS/NZS 60335.2.96:2020 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2002 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.96:2002 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
View product pageObjective is to provide a set of criteria for the safety of electrical equipment before being placed on the market. For electrical equipment that is required to be approved/certified/registered by electrical safety legislation before being placed on the market, there are specific regulatory requirements additional to the requirements given in this Standard. AS/NZS 3820:2020 is not a substitute for Standards that set out objective safety requirements based on testing. Rather it provides a high-level generic description of the safety outcomes to be achieved and is intended to assist in providing a basis for regulatory uniformity. Specific product Standards provide measurable criteria that are regarded as ensuring that the outcomes described in this Standard will be met. AS/NZS 3820:2020 will supersede AS/NZS 3820:2009 on 26 June 2021.
View product pageAmendment and Standard provides a uniform Australian/New Zealand regulatory compliance mark for electrical and electronic equipment. It is intended that such marking will aid regulators in regulatory enforcement and may aid purchasing decisions by consumers. AS/NZS 4417.2:2018 Amendment No. 2 applies to Preface, B2 and B3. AS/NZS 4417.2:2018 Amendment No. 2 takes effect on 26 June 2021.
View product pageAS/NZS 60335.2.89:2020 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.89:2010 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.89:2010 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
View product pageAS/NZS 60335.2.89:2020 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.89:2010 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.89:2010 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
View product pageAS/NZS 60335.2.51:2020 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.51:2012 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.51:2012 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
View product pageAS/NZS 60335.2.51:2020 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.51:2012 on 26 June 2023. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.51:2012 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
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