Electrical hazards in household appliances – where Standards count
Electrical appliances are found in most households today. Whether at home or in the workplace, they are part of our lives, often taken for granted.
Many of these appliances represent serious potential hazards to children and adults alike. Electricity cannot be heard, seen, or smelt. It can, however, be felt. Faulty appliances can cause overheating and catch fire. It's crucial to be aware of the risks of using electrical appliances.
Electric shock
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[more]Electricity – 30 years of growth
This article looks at changes in electricity consumption and production and trends over the past 30 years. Consumption of electricity by International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Member countries is growing and the same pattern of growth can be seen in the development of their economies.
Over 30 years power consumption has more than doubled
The total power consumption of IEC Member countries from 1975 to 2005 grew by over 200%. For those countries participating in the IEC Affiliate Country Programme, which covers the developing world, power consumption increased by over 380%.
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[more]NEW PUBLICATIONS
AS/NZS 62087 Power consumption of audio, video and related equipment
AS/NZS 62087.1:2010 Methods of measurement
Specifies methods of measurement for the power consumption of television sets, video recording equipment, set-top boxes, audio equipment and multi-function equipment for consumer use. Identical to and reproduced from IEC 62087, Ed.2.0 (2008).
Supersedes AS/NZS 62087.1(Int):2009
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AS/NZS 62087.2.2:2010 Minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) and energy rating label requirements for television sets
Specifies minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) and energy rating label requirements for television sets.
Supersedes AS/NZS 62087.2.2(Int):2009
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NEW AMENDMENTS
Free to download from our website: www.standards.co.nz
Or hard copy available at $29.95+GST (Members), $37.44+GST (Retail)
Amendment 3:2010 to AS/NZS 60335.2.69:2003 Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Particular requirements for wet and dry vacuum cleaners, including power brush, for industrial and commercial use
Applies to Foreword and Clause 19.101.
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Amendment 2 :2010 to AS/NZS 62087.2.1:2008 Power consumption of audio, video and related equipment – Minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) requirements for digital television set-top boxes
Applies to Table 3.
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STANDARD IN DEVELOPMENT
In-service safety inspection and testing
Committee: EL-036
Project Manager: John Kelly
Estimated Publication Date: May 2010
Comments: Revision of AS/NZS 3760, AS/NZS 5761, and AS/NZS 5762. The public comment drafts have been released. The comment period for AS/NZS 3760 closed on 12 February 2010 and for AS/NZS 5761 and AS/NZS 5762 on 26 February 2010.