If you are in UK then British Standard BS6701 2004 applies. This is an extract from an information leaflet:
BS6701:2004 The New UK Installation Standard: BS6701:2004 has been written to reflect the publication of the BS EN50174 series of installation standards and the withdrawal of BS7718. Now for Communications Cabling The original BS6701:1994 was a code of practice basically dealing with apparatus connected to the public telecoms network. However the new standard now covers the installation, operation and maintenance of all types of "telecoms" (used to describe all forms of communications, i.e. voice and data) equipment and cabling. It covers issues like hazards when installing telecoms and datacomms equipment and cabling, power supplies for equipment, and requirements for cabling in underground and aerial environments. Installers & Owners too The new BS6701 contains requirements not only for installers but also for the owners of the premises where the installation takes place. Some aspects are mandatory The new BS6701 is a BS specification and not just a code of practice. It is therefore a tool for determining conformance within contract law. In addition, it is referenced from the 16th edition wiring regulations making it a mandatory for every installation. If you are worried, ask the housebuilder whether the standard is being applied. -- Ramage P2 266MHz,Linux ClarkConnect 3.2, SlimServer Version: 6.5.2 - 11354, Alien 1.06, perl 5.8.8 P4 2.6GHz, Win XP, SlimServer Version: 6.5.2 - 11304 - Windows XP - EN - cp1252, Alien 1.06 NSLU2 Unslung 6.8b SlimServer Version: 6.3.1 - 8476 - Linux, No Alien ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Ramage's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=5343 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=34261 _______________________________________________ discuss mailing list [email protected] http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
