In the following clip, our Managing Director and Principal Consultant introduces the IET Electrician’s Guide to Domestic Electrical Energy Storage Systems, of which he is the author.
The publication is now available to purchase from the IET using this link.
The IET Electrician’s Guide to Domestic Electrical Energy Storage Systems provides practical, hands-on, guidance on the installation of domestic electrical energy storage systems, specifically looking at:
- Benefits and limitations of domestic electrical energy storage systems
- Planning, permissions, and consents
- Electrical design, system arrangements and schematics
- Fire safety and electrical safety specifically in relation to domestic battery installations
- Data communications, control and monitoring and information security
- Inspection, testing and commissioning
- User and maintenance instructions
The Guide accompanies BS 7671:2018+A2:2022+A3:2024 and the IET Code of Practice for Electrical Energy Storage Systems, 3rd Edition, and is intended to be used by training providers, certification and awarding bodies, electrical contractors, electrical installers and new entrants into the industry. It might also be useful for international manufacturers seeking an overview of legislation, installation practices and safety requirements for the UK domestic electrical energy storage market. Presented in a down-to-earth way, it is packed full of practical illustrations and example calculations, as well as Appendices with useful information.