SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023
(Amendment)Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-54: Selection and erection of electrical equipment - Earthing arrangements and protective conductors
Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-54: Selection and erection of electrical equipment - Earthing arrangements and protective conductors
IEC 60364-5-54:2011 addresses the earthing arrangements and protective conductors including protective bonding conductors in order to satisfy the safety of the electrical installation. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition, published in 2002, and constitutes a technical revision. The main changes with respect to the previous edition are listed below: - clarification of the definition of protective conductor; - improved specification of mechanical characteristics of the earth electrode; - introduction of earth electrode for protection against electric shock and lighting protection; - annexes describing concrete-embedded foundation earth electrodes and soil-embedded earth electrode. IEC 60364-5-54:2011 has the status of a basic safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104.
This document also includes requirements regarding earthing and equipotential bonding for
information and communication technology (ICT) with the aim of:
- reducing the risk of electrical hazards for correct operation of these devices and the
information and communication technology wiring;
- providing the telecommunication systems with a reliable signal reference plane that can
improve resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI) by reference to ISO/IEC 30129.
NOTE Examples of information and communication technology (ICT) include:
- DC supply networks (and systems) for supplying power to ICT equipment within a building;
- star-shaped private automatic branch exchanges (PABX) or their equipment;
- local area (communication) networks (LANs);
- fire and intruder alarms communication systems;
- building automation systems, e.g. direct digital control systems;
- systems for computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) and other computer-aided services;
- broadcast and communication technology.
Errichten von Niederspannungsanlagen - Teil 5-54: Auswahl und Errichtung elektrischer Betriebsmittel - Erdungsanlagen, Schutzleiter und Schutzpotentialausgleichsleiter
Installations électriques basse-tension - Partie 5-54: Choix et mise en oeuvre des matériels électriques - Installations de mise à la terre et conducteurs de protection
Nizkonapetostne električne inštalacije - 5-54. del: Izbira in namestitev električne opreme - Ozemljitve in zaščitni vodniki - Dopolnilo A1
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 04-Dec-2022
- Technical Committee
- ELI - Electrical and communication installations
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Dec-2022
- Due Date
- 05-Feb-2023
- Completion Date
- 05-Dec-2022
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2023
Overview
HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2022 (CLC) is the European harmonization of IEC 60364-5-54 covering earthing arrangements and protective conductors for low-voltage electrical installations. This third edition (technical revision of the 2002 version) defines requirements for earthing, protective bonding conductors and earth electrodes to ensure electrical safety and reliable operation of equipment, including information and communication technology (ICT) systems. Amendment A1 (2022/2023) clarifies definitions and adds guidance on earth electrodes and national conditions.
Key topics and requirements
- Scope: Selection and erection of electrical equipment concerned with earthing arrangements, protective conductors and equipotential bonding in low-voltage installations.
- Definitions clarified: Improved definition of the protective conductor to reduce ambiguity in design and installation.
- Earth electrodes: Enhanced specification of mechanical characteristics; introduction of earth electrodes specifically addressing protection against electric shock and lightning.
- Annexes: Practical guidance on concrete-embedded foundation earth electrodes and soil-embedded earth electrodes.
- ICT earthing and bonding: Requirements to reduce electrical hazards for ICT devices and to provide a reliable signal reference plane that improves resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI), with cross-reference to ISO/IEC 30129.
- Safety status: Recognised as a basic safety publication per IEC Guide 104; national implementation and special national conditions are included (examples: Hungary’s reference to MSZ 18014 for foundation electrodes, and Estonia’s prohibition on using water/sewer pipes as earth electrodes).
Applications and users
This standard is practical for professionals involved in the design, installation and verification of low-voltage earthing systems:
- Electrical designers and consulting engineers specifying earthing arrangements
- Installers and electricians implementing protective conductors and earth electrodes
- Building services and facilities engineers integrating earthing into power and ICT systems
- Safety managers, inspectors and authorities responsible for compliance and testing
- ICT infrastructure and telecommunications engineers concerned with equipotential bonding and EMI mitigation
Practical benefits include improved electrical safety, clearer installation practices for earthing systems, and enhanced immunity of ICT and communication systems to electromagnetic interference.
Related standards
- IEC 60364 series (low-voltage electrical installations)
- ISO/IEC 30129 (EMI and telecom signal reference plane guidance)
- IEC 62305-3 (lightning protection - physical damage and life hazard)
- IEC 60445 / IEC 60417 (identification and graphical symbols)
Keywords: earthing arrangements, protective conductors, low-voltage electrical installations, HD 60364-5-54, IEC 60364-5-54, equipotential bonding, ICT earthing, earth electrode, lightning protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 is a amendment published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-54: Selection and erection of electrical equipment - Earthing arrangements and protective conductors". This standard covers: IEC 60364-5-54:2011 addresses the earthing arrangements and protective conductors including protective bonding conductors in order to satisfy the safety of the electrical installation. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition, published in 2002, and constitutes a technical revision. The main changes with respect to the previous edition are listed below: - clarification of the definition of protective conductor; - improved specification of mechanical characteristics of the earth electrode; - introduction of earth electrode for protection against electric shock and lighting protection; - annexes describing concrete-embedded foundation earth electrodes and soil-embedded earth electrode. IEC 60364-5-54:2011 has the status of a basic safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104. This document also includes requirements regarding earthing and equipotential bonding for information and communication technology (ICT) with the aim of: - reducing the risk of electrical hazards for correct operation of these devices and the information and communication technology wiring; - providing the telecommunication systems with a reliable signal reference plane that can improve resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI) by reference to ISO/IEC 30129. NOTE Examples of information and communication technology (ICT) include: - DC supply networks (and systems) for supplying power to ICT equipment within a building; - star-shaped private automatic branch exchanges (PABX) or their equipment; - local area (communication) networks (LANs); - fire and intruder alarms communication systems; - building automation systems, e.g. direct digital control systems; - systems for computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) and other computer-aided services; - broadcast and communication technology.
IEC 60364-5-54:2011 addresses the earthing arrangements and protective conductors including protective bonding conductors in order to satisfy the safety of the electrical installation. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition, published in 2002, and constitutes a technical revision. The main changes with respect to the previous edition are listed below: - clarification of the definition of protective conductor; - improved specification of mechanical characteristics of the earth electrode; - introduction of earth electrode for protection against electric shock and lighting protection; - annexes describing concrete-embedded foundation earth electrodes and soil-embedded earth electrode. IEC 60364-5-54:2011 has the status of a basic safety publication in accordance with IEC Guide 104. This document also includes requirements regarding earthing and equipotential bonding for information and communication technology (ICT) with the aim of: - reducing the risk of electrical hazards for correct operation of these devices and the information and communication technology wiring; - providing the telecommunication systems with a reliable signal reference plane that can improve resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI) by reference to ISO/IEC 30129. NOTE Examples of information and communication technology (ICT) include: - DC supply networks (and systems) for supplying power to ICT equipment within a building; - star-shaped private automatic branch exchanges (PABX) or their equipment; - local area (communication) networks (LANs); - fire and intruder alarms communication systems; - building automation systems, e.g. direct digital control systems; - systems for computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) and other computer-aided services; - broadcast and communication technology.
SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.020 - Electrical engineering in general; 91.140.50 - Electricity supply systems. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-januar-2023
Nizkonapetostne električne inštalacije - 5-54. del: Izbira in namestitev električne
opreme - Ozemljitve in zaščitni vodniki - Dopolnilo A1
Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-54: Selection and erection of electrical
equipment - Earthing arrangements and protective conductors
Errichten von Niederspannungsanlagen - Teil 5-54: Auswahl und Errichtung elektrischer
Betriebsmittel - Erdungsanlagen, Schutzleiter und Schutzpotentialausgleichsleiter
Installations électriques basse-tension - Partie 5-54: Choix et mise en oeuvre des
matériels électriques - Installations de mise à la terre et conducteurs de protection
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2022
ICS:
91.140.50 Sistemi za oskrbo z elektriko Electricity supply systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
HARMONIZATION DOCUMENT HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1
DOCUMENT D'HARMONISATION
HARMONISIERUNGSDOKUMENT November 2022
ICS 29.020; 91.140.50
English Version
Low-voltage electrical installations - Part 5-54: Selection and
erection of electrical equipment - Earthing arrangements and
protective conductors
(IEC 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2021)
Installations électriques à basse tension - Partie 5-54: Choix Errichten von Niederspannungsanlagen - Teil 5-54:
et mise en oeuvre des matériels électriques - Installations Auswahl und Errichtung elektrischer Betriebsmittel -
de mise à la terre et conducteurs de protection Erdungsanlagen, Schutzleiter und
(IEC 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2021) Schutzpotentialausgleichsleiter
(IEC 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2021)
This amendment A1 modifies the Harmonization Document HD 60364-5-54:2011; it was approved by CENELEC on 2021-05-18. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for implementation of this
amendment at national level.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national implementations may be obtained on application to the CEN-
CENELEC Management Centre or to any CENELEC member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German).
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Türkiye and the United Kingdom.
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
© 2022 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2022 E
European foreword
The text of document 64/2479/FDIS, future IEC 60364-5-54/A1, prepared by IEC/TC 64 "Electrical
installations and protection against electric shock" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote
and approved by CENELEC as HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2022.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be imp
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SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 표준은 저전압 전기 설치의 일환으로 전기 장비의 선택 및 설치, 특히 접지 arrangements와 보호 전도체에 대한 세부 규정을 제공합니다. 이 표준은 전기 설치의 안전성을 보장하기 위해 필요한 접지 arrangements와 보호 연결 전도체의 정의 및 요구 사항을 명확히 하고 있으며, 이전 2002년의 두 번째 판을 대체하는 기술적 개정판입니다. 이 표준의 주요 강점 중 하나는 보호 전도체의 정의를 보다 명확히 한 것입니다. 특히, 지면 전극의 기계적 특성을 개선하고, 전기 충격 및 낙뢰로부터의 보호를 위한 지면 전극의 도입이 이루어진 점은 주요한 발전이라고 할 수 있습니다. 또한, 콘크리트에 내장된 기초 지면 전극 및 토양에 내장된 지면 전극에 대한 부록을 포함하고 있어 다양한 전기 설치 환경에서의 적용 가능성을 높였습니다. 또한 이 문서에서는 정보통신 기술(ICT)에 대한 접지 및 동등 전위 본딩 요구 사항도 포함하고 있어, 이러한 장치와 ICT 배선의 올바른 작동을 위한 전기 위험을 줄이려는 목적을 가지고 있습니다. 이로 인해 통신 시스템은 신뢰할 수 있는 신호 기준면을 획득하게 되며, ISO/IEC 30129의 기준에 따라 전자기 간섭(EMI)에 대한 저항력을 향상시킬 수 있습니다. 정보통신 기술의 예시로는 DC 전원 네트워크, 개인 자동 전화 교환(PABX), 지역 통신망(LAN), 화재 및 침입 경보 통신 시스템, 건물 자동화 시스템, 컴퓨터 지원 제조(CAM) 시스템 등이 포함됩니다. 이러한 다양한 응용 분야는 SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 표준이 현대 전기 엔지니어링에서 차지하는 중요성과 관련성을 잘 보여줍니다.
SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023は、低電圧電気設備に関する重要な基準であり、特に接地方式および保護導体の選定と設置に焦点を当てています。この規格は、IEC 60364-5-54:2011に基づき、電気設備の安全性を確保するための保護導体と保護接地の明確な定義を提供しています。 この標準の強みは、新たに導入された接地電極による感電および雷保護の規定にあります。これにより、電気事故のリスクを低減し、特にICT（情報通信技術）における信頼性の高い信号基準面を提供する点で非常に重要です。さらに、機械的特性に関する仕様の改善や、コンクリート埋設基礎接地電極や土中埋設接地電極に関する付録も含まれており、現場での実践的な施工に役立ちます。 SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023は、IEC Guide 104に基づいて基本的な安全出版物としての地位を持っており、特に電気設備の正しい操作を行うための重要な指針を提供します。この標準は、建物内のICT機器に電力を供給するためのDC供給ネットワークや、LAN、通信警報システム、ビル管理システムなど、さまざまなICTアプリケーションにおける安全性に寄与しています。 したがって、SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023は、低電圧電気設備の設計および施工において、接地方式と保護導体の選定に不可欠な指針を提供し、施工者に対して高い安全基準を求める上で極めて関連性が高い規格です。
The SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 standard provides a comprehensive framework for the safe selection and installation of electrical equipment focused on earthing arrangements and protective conductors. Its scope encompasses essential guidelines for ensuring the safety and reliability of low-voltage electrical installations. This standard is particularly relevant given the growing complexity of electrical systems, particularly those integrated with information and communication technology (ICT). One of the key strengths of this standard is its updated definition and specification of protective conductors. By clarifying these definitions, it enhances the understanding and implementation of safety measures in electrical installations. The enhanced specification of the mechanical characteristics of earth electrodes is another significant improvement. This ensures that such components not only meet basic safety criteria but also are robust enough to withstand environmental factors that could compromise their effectiveness. Furthermore, the introduction of provisions for earth electrodes designed to protect against electric shocks and lightning strikes showcases the standard's proactive approach to modern safety concerns. These additions indicate a serious commitment to safeguarding both people and property from potential electrical hazards. The detailed annexes on concrete-embedded foundation earth electrodes and soil-embedded earth electrodes offer practical guidance for real-world applications, making it easier for professionals to implement these recommendations. Moreover, the inclusion of requirements specifically related to earthing and equipotential bonding for ICT systems addresses a critical gap in electrical installation safety. This focus on reducing electrical hazards and improving the resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI) is particularly relevant in an era where technology plays an integral role in daily operations across various fields, including telecommunications and building automation. The referenced ISO/IEC 30129 further augments the standard's relevance by linking it to internationally recognized criteria. Overall, the SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 standard represents a significant advancement in the field of low-voltage electrical installations. Its clear focus on safety, practical applications for modern technologies, and detailed specifications for protective conductors and earthing arrangements make it a vital resource for ensuring the integrity and safety of electrical systems in today's increasingly interconnected world.
La norme SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 traite des installations électriques à basse tension, en se concentrant sur la sélection et l'installation des équipements électriques, notamment les arrangements de mise à la terre et les conducteurs de protection. Ce document est essentiel pour garantir la sécurité des installations électriques, car il définit les exigences nécessaires pour minimiser les risques électriques. Parmi les points forts de cette norme figure la clarification des définitions des conducteurs de protection, ce qui est crucial pour une compréhension uniforme des pratiques de mise à la terre. De plus, la spécification améliorée des caractéristiques mécaniques de l'électrode de mise à la terre renforce la fiabilité et la durabilité des installations. L'introduction de l’électrode de mise à la terre pour la protection contre les chocs électriques et la protection contre la foudre est une avancée significative, répondant aux besoins croissants de sécurité dans des environnements variés. Les annexes qui décrivent les électrodes de mise à la terre intégrées dans des fondations en béton et celles enfouies dans le sol apportent une valeur ajoutée aux utilisateurs en facilitant leur compréhension et leur mise en œuvre dans différents contextes de construction. En outre, la norme inclut des exigences relatives à la mise à la terre et au bond à égalité de potentiel pour les technologies de l'information et de la communication (TIC). Cela est particulièrement pertinent dans le contexte actuel où les risques d'accidents électriques sont liés à l'opération des dispositifs TIC et au câblage associé. La norme vise également à fournir aux systèmes de télécommunication un plan de référence de signal fiable, ce qui améliore leur résistance aux interférences électromagnétiques conformément à la norme ISO/IEC 30129. Dans l'ensemble, la norme SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 représente une révision technique pertinente qui répond aux exigences contemporaines des installations électriques à basse tension, tout en renforçant la sécurité et la performance des systèmes utilisés dans des applications variées, allant des réseaux de communication locales aux systèmes d'alarmes et de domotique. Cela en fait un document fondamental pour les professionnels du domaine soucieux de respecter les normes de sécurité les plus récentes.
Die Norm SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 bietet eine umfassende Richtlinie zur Auswahl und Installation elektrischer Anlagen, insbesondere im Hinblick auf Erdungsanlagen und Schutzleiter. Ihr Hauptziel besteht darin, die Sicherheit von elektrischen Installationen zu gewährleisten, was sie zu einer unverzichtbaren Grundlage für Fachleute im Bereich der Elektrotechnik macht. Ein herausragendes Merkmal der aktualisierten Norm ist die präzisere Definition des Schutzleiters, die potenzielle Missverständnisse beseitigt und die Klarheit in der Anwendung verbessert. Darüber hinaus werden die mechanischen Eigenschaften des Erdungselektroden spezifiziert, wodurch die Installationsstandards erhöht werden und die langfristige Zuverlässigkeit der Erdungssysteme gefördert wird. Die Einführung von Erdungselektroden zum Schutz gegen elektrischen Schlag und Blitzschutz zeigt das Engagement der Norm, moderne Herausforderungen in der Elektrosicherheit adressieren zu wollen. Die Annexes, die sich mit betonverankerten Fundamenterdungsanlagen und im Erdreich verankerten Erdungselektroden befassen, erweitern den Anwendungsbereich und bieten weitere praktische Lösungen für unterschiedliche Installationsumgebungen. Diese Ergänzungen sind besonders relevant für Fachleute, die sich mit der Integration komplexer Systeme im Bauwesen befassen. Zusätzlich berücksichtigt die Norm spezifische Anforderungen an Erdung und gleichwertige Verbindung im Bereich der Informations- und Kommunikationstechnologie (IKT). Dies ist von großer Bedeutung, um das Risiko elektrischer Gefahren bei der richtigen Funktion dieser Systeme zu minimieren und einen zuverlässigen Signalreferenzrahmen zu schaffen, der die Widerstandsfähigkeit gegenüber elektromagnetischen Störungen (EMI) verbessert. Diese Anforderung ist besonders relevant angesichts der zunehmenden Abhängigkeit von IKT-Systemen in modernen Gebäuden. Die Norm SIST HD 60364-5-54:2011/A1:2023 ist somit eine grundlegende Sicherheitsveröffentlichung gemäß IEC Guide 104 und trägt erheblich dazu bei, Standards im Bereich der Elektroinstallation zu definieren, die den sich wandelnden Anforderungen der Technik Rechnung tragen. Ihre Stärken liegen in der Klarheit, Aktualität und dem breiten Anwendungsbereich, die sie sowohl für Elektroinstallateure als auch für Ingenieure in der Planung und Umsetzung von elektrischen Systemen unentbehrlich machen.
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