INSTALLATION RULES-
PAPER 1- STUDY GUIDE
Paper 1: SANS 10142-1 LATEST EDITION (The
Wiring of Premises Part 1: Low Voltage
Installations)
,This guide is designed to provide a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the Installation
Rules Paper I syllabus, aligned with the latest editions of the relevant standards and regulations.
It incorporates insights from the Department of Education's guidelines and research papers to
ensure a thorough and practical approach to the subject matter.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
Scope
Normative References
Definitions
SECTION 2: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
Compliance
Fundamental Requirements
Special Installations
SECTION 3: TECHNICAL STANDARDS & SPECIFICATIONS
SANS 10142-1 (Wiring of Premises – Low Voltage Installations)
1. Annexure D: Estimated and Connected Load
2. Annexure F: Recommended Bending of Cables
3. Annexure J: Explanations of IP Ratings
4. Annexure M: Electricity Supply Systems
5. Annexure P: Authority of Issuing a CoC
6. Annexure Q: IEC Symbols
7. Annexure S: Alternative Power Supply
SANS 10198 – Selection and Handling of Cables
SANS 10292 – Earthing of LV Distribution Systems
SECTION 4: SAFETY REGULATIONS & COMPLIANCE
Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) – Construction Regulations
OHSA – Electrical Installations
1
Property of the Knowledge Group
, OHSA – Electrical Machinery
2
Property of the Knowledge Group
PAPER 1- STUDY GUIDE
Paper 1: SANS 10142-1 LATEST EDITION (The
Wiring of Premises Part 1: Low Voltage
Installations)
,This guide is designed to provide a detailed and comprehensive understanding of the Installation
Rules Paper I syllabus, aligned with the latest editions of the relevant standards and regulations.
It incorporates insights from the Department of Education's guidelines and research papers to
ensure a thorough and practical approach to the subject matter.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION
Scope
Normative References
Definitions
SECTION 2: FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
Compliance
Fundamental Requirements
Special Installations
SECTION 3: TECHNICAL STANDARDS & SPECIFICATIONS
SANS 10142-1 (Wiring of Premises – Low Voltage Installations)
1. Annexure D: Estimated and Connected Load
2. Annexure F: Recommended Bending of Cables
3. Annexure J: Explanations of IP Ratings
4. Annexure M: Electricity Supply Systems
5. Annexure P: Authority of Issuing a CoC
6. Annexure Q: IEC Symbols
7. Annexure S: Alternative Power Supply
SANS 10198 – Selection and Handling of Cables
SANS 10292 – Earthing of LV Distribution Systems
SECTION 4: SAFETY REGULATIONS & COMPLIANCE
Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) – Construction Regulations
OHSA – Electrical Installations
1
Property of the Knowledge Group
, OHSA – Electrical Machinery
2
Property of the Knowledge Group