Electricity Act 1992

Miscellaneous provisions relating to supply of electricity

61: Safety requirements

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“Rules to keep people safe when using electricity”

You need to make sure that all works, electrical installations, and electrical appliances are built and kept to a good quality and standard. You also need to make sure they are built, looked after, and used in a safe way. The rules for how to do this safely are written in regulations made under section 169 of the law. These safety rules are there to keep everyone safe when using electricity.

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Part 6 Miscellaneous provisions relating to supply of electricity

61Safety requirements

  1. All works, electrical installations, and electrical appliances shall be of such quality and standard, and shall be constructed, maintained, and operated in accordance with such safety requirements, as are prescribed by regulations made under section 169.