AS/NZS 3000:2018 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand
Supersedes: AS/NZS 3000:2007 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
Supersedes: AS/NZS 3000:2007 AMDT 1 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
Supersedes: AS/NZS 3000:2007 AMDT 2 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
Draft Designation: DR AS/NZS 3000:2016Amended by: AS/NZS 3000:2018 Amd 1:2020 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
Amended by: AS/NZS 3000:2018 Amd 2:2021 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
Amended by: AS/NZS 3000:2018 Amd 3:2023 Electrical installations (known as the Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)
This Standard incorporates Amendment No. 1 (January 2020) and Amendment No. 2 (April 2021). The changes required by the Amendment are indicated in the text by a marginal bar and amendment number against the clause, note, table, figure or part thereof affected.
The development of this edition was based on—
(a) new technology, new equipment and improved installation techniques;
(b) industry feedback regarding readability and compliance;
(c) identification and clarification of normative (mandatory) requirements and informative guidance material throughout the document; and
(d) experience gained in the application of the previous edition as expressed to Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand.
Amendment No. 2 includes text in Clause 2.6.2.2.2 that has transitional implementation arrangements. Users of this document should consult with regulatory authorities to confirm the implementation dates of these requirements.
This Standard may be applied through legislative requirements, as indicated in Clause 1.2. This Standard supersedes AS/NZS 3000:2007 from its date of publication. This may not be practicable in some cases, and a transition period, e.g. 6 months, may need to be arranged. For example, where work on an installation was commenced before publication of this edition, the relevant regulatory authority or electricity distributor should be consulted regarding permission for the installation to be completed in accordance with AS/NZS 3000:2007.
The term ‘informative’ has been used in this Standard to define the application of the appendix to which it applies. An ‘informative’ appendix is only for information and guidance.
Part 1 provides provisions that constitute the minimum regulatory requirements for a safe electrical installation.
Part 2 provides work methods and installation practices that are ‘deemed to comply’ with the requirements of Part 1.
Previous edition AS/NZS 3000:2007. Sixth edition 2018. Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 1 (January 2020). Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 2 (April 2021). Reissued incorporating Amendment No. 3 (May 2023).
Contents:
Preface
Foreword
Part 1: Scope, Application And Fundamental Principles
Section 1: Scope, Application And Fundamental Principles
Part 2: Installation Practices—Sections 2 To 8
Section 2: General Arrangement, Control And Protection
Section 3: Selection And Installation Of Wiring Systems
Section 4: Selection And Installation Of Electrical
Section 5: Earthing Arrangements And Earthing
Section 6: Damp Situations
Section 7: Special Electrical Installations
Section 8: Verification
Appendix A: Referenced Documents
Appendix B: Circuit Protection Guide
Appendix C: Circuit Arrangements
Appendix D: Minimum Sizes Of Posts, Poles And Struts For Aerial Line Conductors
Appendix E: Electrical Installation Requirements In National Construction Codes
Appendix F: Surge Protective Devices
Appendix G: Degrees Of Protection Of Enclosed Equipment
Appendix H: Ws Classification Of Wiring Systems
Appendix I: Protective Device Ratings And Metric Equivalent Sizes For Imperial Cables Used In Alterations And Repairs
Appendix J: Symbols Used In This Standard
Appendix K: Switchboard Requirement Summary
Appendix L: (Deleted)
Appendix M: Reducing The Impact Of Power Supply Outages—Continuity Of Supply For Active Assisted Living And Homecare Medical Situations
Appendix N: Electrical Conduits
Appendix O: Installation Of Arc Fault Detection Devices (AFDDS)
Appendix P: Guidance For Installation And Location Of Electrical Vehicle Socket-Outlets And Charging Stations
Appendix Q: D.C. Circuit Protection Application Guide
Wiring Rules.
Australian Building Codes Board; Australian Energy Council; Australian Industry Group; Communications, Electrical and Plumbing Union - Electrical Division; Consumer New Zealand; Consumers Federation of Australia; Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand; Electrical Regulatory Authorities Council; Electrical Safety New Zealand; Electrical Workers Registration Board; ElectroComms&Energy Utilities Industries Skills Council; Energy Efficiency&Conservation Authority of New Zealand; Energy Networks Australia; Engineers Australia; Institute of Electrical Inspectors; Master Electricians Australia; National Electrical and Communications Association; National Electrical Switchboard Manufacturers Association; New Zealand Manufacturers and Exporters Association; NSW Department of Industry, Skills and Regional Development; Wellington Electrical Association; WorkSafe New Zealand.
