GENERAL:
I. What is an Electrical Design Submission:
Set of drawings & calculations comprising the design of an electrical system for use in residential, commercial, or industrial applications. Design must ensure practical safeguarding of persons and property from hazards arising from the use of electrical energy.
II. Why submissions are mandatory:
By law, the PUC is required to regulate the consumption sector of the electrical industry. Section of the Electricity Act (Ch 221, rev 2000) that speaks to this includes:
- Section 6(2)(g) – protects the public from dangers arising from the generation, transmission or supply of electricity
- Section 7(1)(d)- the protection of electrical installations
- Section 7(1)(e) – the conditions under which fixtures and fittings may be installed
- Section 7(1)(f) – matters generally connected with the electric light and power service which are not otherwise provided for in preceding sections
An electrical system starts with a design that must be based on PUC-approved installation standards. Mandating that the design of any such systems be reviewed by the PUC will ensure PUC meets its regulatory obligation under the law.
