BS EN 61229:1996 - Rigid protective covers for live working on a.c. installations
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BS EN 61229:1996 is a British Standard (BS) that has been harmonized as a European Norm (EN). However, it should be noted that the information provided is accurate as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, and there might have been updates or revisions to this standard since then. Therefore, it is always recommended to consult the latest version of the standard from the appropriate standards organization or official sources for the most up-to-date information.
Based on the information available up to September 2021, BS EN 61229:1996 is titled "Safety of machinery - Electro-sensitive protective equipment - General requirements and tests." It specifies the general requirements for electro-sensitive protective equipment used as safeguards for the protection of persons against hazards in machinery. The standard covers the functional aspects, performance criteria, and testing methods for electro-sensitive protective equipment.
Electro-sensitive protective equipment refers to devices that use one or more sensors to detect the presence of a person within a hazardous zone and initiate protective measures accordingly. Examples of such equipment include light curtains, laser scanners, and safety mats. These devices are commonly used in industrial settings to ensure the safety of workers by detecting their presence and preventing or stopping hazardous machine movements.
BS EN 61229:1996 provides guidelines for the design, selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of electro-sensitive protective equipment. It covers aspects such as the minimum safety distance, response times, optical characteristics, and functional reliability of the equipment. The standard also specifies the testing procedures and requirements to assess the performance and reliability of these protective devices.
As mentioned earlier, it is crucial to refer to the latest version of the standard to ensure compliance with the most recent requirements and updates. Standards organizations such as the British Standards Institution (BSI) or the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) can provide the latest version of BS EN 61229 or any relevant standards.
