Regulations for Temporary Distribution Boxes
Construction site temporary installations must use 110V CTE for portable tools, IP-rated distribution boards, 30 mA RCD protection on every circuit, and quarterly EICR inspections. The IET's Guide to Temporary Electrical Systems has finally arrived after undergoing a long-awaited update. The law says you must keep every part of your construction site in 'good order' and every place of work clean. However, exposure to weather, frequent relocation, rough use and other condi-tions not normally encountered with conventional wiring systems necessitate special consideration not require in other applications or in completed structures.
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