elsikkerhedsbekendtgørelsen

elsikkerhedsbekendtgørelsen is the Danish executive order on electrical safety. It establishes the rules and requirements for the safe design, installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical installations in Denmark. The primary goal of the bekendtgørelse is to prevent accidents and injuries caused by electricity, such as electric shocks, fires, and explosions.

The executive order covers a wide range of aspects related to electrical safety. This includes regulations concerning the qualifications of electricians and other personnel involved in electrical work, as well as requirements for electrical equipment and materials. It specifies standards for installation practices, protective measures, and the documentation that must accompany electrical installations.

Furthermore, elsikkerhedsbekendtgørelsen outlines the responsibilities of various parties, including manufacturers, importers, installers, owners, and users of electrical installations. It also details the procedures for inspection and approval of electrical installations by authorized bodies. Enforcement of the regulations is carried out by the Danish Safety Technology Authority (Sikkerhedsstyrelsen).

The bekendtgørelse is periodically updated to reflect technological advancements and changes in safety standards, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in maintaining a high level of electrical safety in Denmark. Compliance with elsikkerhedsbekendtgørelsen is mandatory for all electrical work and installations within the country.