THE INDIAN ELECTRICITY RULES, 1956 CONTENTS

4A · Appointment of officers to assist the Inspectors

4B · Qualification of officers appointed to assist the Inspectors

11 · Application for licence 12. Copies of maps and draft licence for public inspection

41A · Distinction of the installations having more than one feed

44A · Intimation of Accident

51 · Provisions applicable to medium, high or extra-high voltage installations

57 · Meters, maximum demand indicators and other apparatus on consumer's premises

60 ·

61 ·

61A · Earth leakage protective device

62 ·

63 · Approval by Inspector r 64. Use of energy at high and extra-high voltage 64A. Additional provisions for use of energy at high and extra-high voltage

65 ·

66 ·

71 ·

72 ·

73 ·

74 · Material and strength 75. Joints 76. Maximum stresses: Factors of safety 77. Clearance above ground of the lowest conductor r 78. Clearance between conductors and trolley wires 79. Clearances from buildings of low and medium voltage lines and service lines 80. Clearances from buildings of high and extra-high voltage lines 81. Conductors at different voltages on same supports 82. Erection of or alternation to buildings, structures, flood banks and elevation of roads 82A. Transporting and Storing of material near overhead lines 83. Clearances: General

105 · Minimum size and strength of trolley-wire 106. Height of trolley-wire and length of span 107. Earthing of guard wires 107A. Proximity to magnetic observatories and laboratories 108. Records

109 · Application of Chapter

110 ·

111 ·

112 ·

113 ·

114 ·

115 ·

116 ·

117 ·

118 · Voltage limits

119 ·

120 · Switchgear and terminals

121 ·

122 ·

123 ·

124 ·

1 · [(ee) "Authorised person" means a person authorised under rule 3;]

2 · [(s) * * * * *]

3 · [(uu) "Flameproof enclosure" means an enclosure for electrical machinery or apparatus that will withstand, when the covers or other access doors are properly secured, an internal explosion of the inflammable gas or vapour which may enter or originate inside the enclosure, without suffering damage and without communicating the internal flammation (or explosion) to the external inflammable gas or vapour in which it is designed to be used, through any joints or other structural openings in the closure;]

4 · [(vv) "Hand-held portable apparatus" means an apparatus which is so designed as to be capable of being held in the hands and moved while connected to a supply of electricity;]

5 · [(aaa) "Linked switch" means a switch with all the poles mechanically linked so as to operate simultaneously;]

6 · [(ad) "Neutral conductor" means that conductor of a multi-wire system, the voltage of which is normally intermediate between the voltages of the other conductors of the system and shall also include return wire of the single phase system;]

7 · [(aff) "Officer appointed to assist the Inspector" means an officer appointed under rule 4A;]

8 · [(ak) "Portable apparatus" means an apparatus which is so designed as to be capable of being moved while in operation;]

9 · [including the Government];

10 · [(aqa) "Switchboard" means an assembly including the switchgear for the control of electrical circuits, electric connections and the supporting frame;]

3 · [(2) No person shall be authorised under sub-rule (1) unless he is competent to perform the duties assigned to him and possesses either an appropriate certificate of competency or permit to work.]

4 · [(2A) (a) No person shall be authorised to operate or undertake maintenance of any part or whole of a generating station of capacity 100 MW and above together with the associated sub-station unless he is adequately qualified and has successfully undergone the type of training specified in Annexure XIV;

6 · [(2B) The provisions contained in rule 3(2A) will also be applicable in respect of other sub-stations of 132 KV and above from a date to be specified by the appropriate Government but such a date shall not be later than 3 years from which this rule comes into force.]

8 · [(5) An Inspector may cancel or amend, in such manner as he considers necessary, any authorisation, made under sub-rule (1).

9 · [(6) In every registered factory, where more than 250 KW of electrical load is connected, there shall be a person authorised by the management of the factory for ensuring the observance of the safety provisions laid under the Act and the rules made thereunder, who shall periodically inspect such installation, get them tested and keep a record thereof and such records shall be made available to the Inspector 2 [or any officer of a specified rank and class appointed to assist the Inspector], if and when required.]

1 · [4. Qualification of Inspectors- No person shall be appointed to be an Inspector, unless-

1 · [4A. Appointment of officers to assist the Inspectors-

2 · [(2) The appropriate Government may, by a separate notification in the Official Gazette, authorise certain officers appointed under sub-rule (1) for the purposes of 3 [sub-rule (4) and sub-rule (6) of rule 3,] sub-rule (3) and sub-rule (4) of the rule 5, rule 9, rule 10, clauses (c) of sub-rule (1) of the rule 32, clause (b) of sub-rule (1) and clause (c) of sub-rule (2) of rule 46, sub-rule (1) of rule 49, 3 [sub-rule (3) of rule 51, sub-rule (3) of rule 59,] sub-rule (6) of rule 61 4 [and clause (b) of sub-rule (5) of rule 671.]

1 · [4B. Qualification of officers appointed to assist the Inspectors. -

2 · [(1) No person shall be appointed as an officer to assist an Inspector, unless-

7 · [(a) (i) He possesses a Degree in Electrical Engineering or its equivalent from a recognised University or Institution; and

3 · [(b) (i) He possesses a diploma in electrical engineering or its equivalent from a recognised institution; and

4 · [(2) The persons appointed under rule 4A shall undergo such training as the appropriate Government may consider it necessary for the purpose and such training shall be completed to the satisfaction of the appropriate Government.]

5 · [(3) The appropriate Government may relax requirements of practical experience in case of officers otherwise found suitable but a notification under

1 · [(1) All electric supply lines and apparatus shall be of sufficient ratings for power, insulation and estimated fault current and of sufficient mechanical strength, for the duty which they may be required to perform under the environmental conditions of installation, and shall be constructed, installed, protected, worked and maintained in such a manner as to ensure safety of 2 [human beings, animals and property].]

1 · [(3) The supplier may recover from the consumer the cost of installation on the basis of schedule of charges notified in advance and where such schedule of charges is not notified, the procedure prescribed, in sub-rule (5) of rule 82 will apply]

1 · [41A. Distinction of the installations having more than one feed- The owner of the every installation including sub-station, double pole structure, four pole structure or any other structure having more than one feed, shall ensure by means of indication of a permanent nature, that the installation is readily distinguishable from other installations.]

1 · [(3) Two or more gas masks shall be provided conspicuously and installed and maintained at accessible places in every generating station with capacity of 5 MW and above and enclosed sub-station with transformation capacity of 5 MVA and above for use in the event of fire or smoke.

1 · [44A. Intimation of Accident- If any accident occurs in connection with the generation, transmission, supply or use of energy in or in connection with, any part of the electric supply lines or other works of any person and the accident results in or is likely to have resulted in loss of human or animal life or in any injury to a human being or an animal, such person or any authorised person of the State Electricity Board/Supplier, not below the rank of a Junior Engineer or equivalent shall send to the Inspector a telegraphic report within 24 hours of the knowledge of the occurrence of the fatal accident and a written report in the form set out in Annexure XIII within 48 hours of the knowledge of occurrence of fatal and all other accidents. Where practicable a telephonic message should also be given to the Inspector immediately the accident comes to the knowledge of the authorised officer of the State Electricity Board/ Supplier or other person concerned.]

3 · [(2) No electrical installation work which has been carried out in contravention of sub-rule (1) shall either be energised or connected to the works of any supplier.]

4 · [(3) *

1 · [47A. Installation and Testing of Generating Units- Where any consumer or occupier installs a generating plant, he shall give a thirty days' notice of his intention to commission the plant to the supplier as well as the Inspector.

1 · [(l) The supplier shall not connect with his works the installation or apparatus on the premises of any applicant for supply unless he is reasonably satisfied that the connection will not at the time of making the connection cause a leakage from that installation or apparatus of a magnitude detrimental to safety. Compliance with this rule shall be checked by measuring the insulation resistance as provided below:

1 · [(b) When an insulation resistance at the consumer's installation is so low as to prevent safe use of energy.]

1 · [50. Supply and use of energy-

2 · [are placed] after the point of commencement of supply as defined in rule 58 so as to be readily accessible and capable of being easily operated to completely isolate the supply to the installation such equipment being in addition to any equipment installed for controlling individual circuits or apparatus: -

1 · [50A. Additional provisions for supply and use of energy in multi-storeyed building (more than 15 metres in height)-

1 · [Provided that non-metallic conduits conforming to the relevant Indian Standard Specifications may be used for medium voltage installations, subject to such conditions as the Inspector or Officer appointed to assist an Inspector may think fit to impose.]

2 · [(b) All metal works, enclosing, supporting or associated with the installation, other than that designed to serve as a conductor shall be connected with an earthing system as per standards laid down in the Indian Standards in this regard and in also accordance with rule 61(4).]

3 · [(d) In case of installations provided in premises where inflammable materials including gases and/or chemicals are produced, handled or stored, the electrical installations, equipment and apparatus shall comply with the requirements of flame proof, dust tight, totally enclosed or any other suitable type of electrical fittings depending upon the hazardous zones as per relevant Indian Standard Specification.]

4 · [(2) Where an application has been made to a supplier for supply of energy to any installation, he shall not commence the supply or where the supply has been

6 · [(4) If at any time after connecting the supply, the supplier is satisfied that any provision of the sub-rule (1) of this rule or of rules 50 and 64, is not being observed he shall give notice of the same in writing to the consumer and the inspector, specifying how the provisions has not been observed and to rectify such defects in a reasonable time and if the consumer fails to rectify such defects pointed out, he may discontinue the supply after giving the consumer a reasonable opportunity of being heard and recording reasons in writing, unless the inspector directs otherwise. The supply shall be discontinued only on written orders of an officer duly notified by the supplier in this behalf. The supply shall be restored with all possible speed after such defects are rectified by the consumer to the satisfaction of the supplier.]

1 · [Provided that for extra high voltage consumers the limit of error shall be 1 per cent.]

2 · [(6) Where the supplier has failed to examine, test and regulate the meters and keep records thereof as aforesaid, the Inspector may cause such meters to be tested and sealed at the cost of the owner of the meters in case these are found defective.]

1 · [58. Point of commencement of supply- The point of commencement of supply of energy to a consumer shall be deemed to be the point at the incoming terminal of the cut-outs installed by the consumer under rule 50.]

2 · [(4) For the purpose of testing or for any other purpose connected with the efficient working of the undertaking, the supply of energy may be discontinued by the supplier for such period as may be necessary, subject (except in cases of emergency) to not less than 24 hours notice being given by the supplier to all consumers likely to be affected by such discontinuance:

1 · [(a) Neutral conductor of a phase, 4 wire system and the middle conductor of a 2 phase, 3-wire system shall be earthed by not less than two separate and distinct connections with a minimum of two different earth electrodes of such large number as may be necessary to bring the earth resistance to a satisfactory value both at the generating station and at the sub-station. The earth electrodes so provided, may be interconnected to reduce earth resistance. It may also be earthed at one or more points along the distribution system or service line in addition to any connection with earth which may be at the consumer's premises.]

2 · [(3) All metal castings or metallic coverings containing or protecting any electric supply-line or apparatus shall be connected with earth and shall be so joined and connected across all junction boxes and other openings as to make good mechanical and electrical connection throughout their whole length.

3 · [(4) All earthing systems shall-

1 · [61A. Earth leakage protective device- The supply of Energy to every electrical installation other than low voltage installation below 5 KW and those low voltage installations which do not attract provisions of section 30 of the Indian Electricity Act, 1910, shall be controlled by an earth leakage protective device so as to disconnect the supply instantly on the occurrence of earth fault or leakage of current.

1 · [(1) The Inspector shall not authorise the supplier to commence supply or where the supply has been discontinued for a period of one year and above, to commence the supply at high or extra-high voltage to any consumer unless,]

2 · [(a) (i) Clearances as per Indian Standard Code shall be provided for electrical apparatus so that sufficient space is available for easy operation and maintenance without any hazard to the operating and maintenance personnel working near the equipment and for ensuring adequate ventilation.

5 · [(f) (i) Without prejudice to the above measures, adequate fire protection arrangement shall be provided for quenching the fire in the apparatus;

6 · [(3) All EHV apparatus shall be protected against lightning as well as against switching over voltages. The equipment used for protection and switching shall be adequately coordinated with the protected apparatus to ensure safe operation as well as to maintain the stability of the inter-connected units of the power system.]

1 · [64A. Additional provisions for use of energy at high and extra-high voltage- The following additional provisions shall be observed where energy at high or extrahigh voltage is supplied, converted, transferred or used, namely: -

2 · [(b) The resistance of the earth connection with metallic sheath shall be kept low enough to permit the controlling circuit breaker or cut-out to operate in the event of any failure of insulation between the metallic sheath and the conductor.]

1 · [(1) All non-current carrying metal parts associated with HV/EHV installation shall be effectively earthed to a grounding system or mat which will: -

1 · [(a) Sub-stations and switch-stations shall preferably be erected above ground, but where necessarily constructed underground due provisions for ventilation and drainage shall be made and any space housing switchgear shall not be used for storage of any materials especially inflammable and combustible materials or refuse.]

1 · [(ee) An earth leakage circuit breaker of sufficient rating shall be provided on the low voltage side to detect the leakage in such luminous tube sign installations.]

15 · per cent of the rated current consumption of the electrode boiler under normal conditions of operation.

1 · [(ee) Notwithstanding the provisions of clause (e), earth. leakage circuit breaker of sufficient rating shall be provided on the low voltage side to detect the leakage in such X-ray installations.]

1 · [OVERHEAD LINES, UNDER GROUND CABLES AND GENERATING STATIONS]

1 · [Provided that no conductor of an overhead line shall have more than two joints in a span.]

0 · ultimate tensile strength. In addition, the conductors tension at 32 0 C, without external load, shall not exceed the following percentages of the ultimate tensile strength of the conductor: -

1 · [(l)] No conductor of an overhead line crossing a tramway or trolley bus route using trolley wires shall have less than the following clearances above and trolley wire-

2 · [(2) In any case of a crossing referred to in sub-rule (1), whoever lays his line later in time, shall provide the clearance between his own line and the line which will be crossed in accordance with the provisions of said sub-rule.

78 · renumbered as sub-rule (1) by GSR 528, dt. 11.7.1986, w.e.f. 19.7.1986.

1 · [Explanation- For the purpose of this rule, expression "building" shall be deemed to include any structure, whether permanent or temporary]

1 · [Explanation- For the purpose of this rule expression "building" shall be deemed to include any structure, whether permanent or temporary]

81 · Conductors at different voltages on same supports- Where conductors forming parts of systems at different voltages are erected on the same supports, the owner shall make adequate provision to guard against danger to linesman and others from the lower voltage system being charged above its normal working voltage by leakage from or contact with the higher voltage system and the methods of construction and the clearances between the conductors of the two systems shall be subject to the prior approval of the Inspector.

82 · Erection of or alternation to buildings, structures, flood banks and elevation of roads-

1 · [82A. Transporting and Storing of material near overhead lines-

1 · [(3) Where an overhead line crosses or is in proximity to another overhead line, guarding arrangements shall be provided so as to guard against the possibility of their coming into contact with each other.

2 · [Minimum clearances in metres between lines crossing each other.

20 · Cms

20 · Cms

20 · Cms 20 Cms 20 Cms 20 Cms

0 · 0

60 · Cms 60 Cms 60Cms 60 Cms

20 · Cms 20 Cms 20 Cms 20 Cms

0 · 0

60 · Cms 60 Cms

1 · [Provided that the number of tappings per conductor shall not be more than four in case of low and medium voltage connections.]

1 · [(IA) Metallic bearer wire used for supporting insulated wire of low and medium voltage overhead service lines shall be efficiently earthed or insulated.]

1 · [(3) The owner of every high and extra-high voltage overhead line shall make adequate arrangements to the satisfaction of the Inspector to prevent unauthorised persons from ascending any of the supports of such overhead lines which can be easily climbed upon without the help of a ladder or special appliances. Rails, reinforced cement concrete poles and pre-stressed cement concrete poles without steps, tubular poles, wooden supports without steps, Isections and channels shall be deemed as supports which cannot be easily climbed upon for the purpose of this rule.]

2 · [(2) The earthing lead for any lightning arrestor shall not pass through any iron or steel pipe, but shall be taken as directly as possible from the lightning- arrestor to a separate earth electrode and/or junction of the earth mat already provided

106 · Height of trolley-wire and length of span- A trolley-wire or a traction feeder on the same supports as a trolley-wire shall nowhere be at a height from the surface of the street of less than 5.2 metres except, where it passes under a bridge or other fixed structure, or through or along a tunnel or mineshaft or the like in which case it shall be suspended to the satisfaction of an Inspector.

107 · Earthing of guard wires- Every guard wire shall be connected with earth at each point at which its electrical continuity is broken and shall also be connected with the rails at intervals of not more than five spans.

1 · [107A. Proximity to magnetic observatories and laboratories- Traction works shall not be carried out in the vicinity of geomagnetic observatories and laboratories without the concurrence of the Central Government or of any officer authorised by it in this behalf.]

1 · [Explanation- For the purposes of this rule, the word "engineer" shall-

1 · [118. Voltage limits- Energy shall not be transmitted into a mine at a voltage exceeding 11000 volts and shall not be used therein at a voltage exceeding 6600 volts.

1 · [119. Transformers- Where energy is transformed, suitable provision shall be made to guard against danger by reason of the lower voltage apparatus becoming accidentally charged above its normal voltage by leakage from or contact with the higher voltage apparatus.]

2 · [Provided that in the case of gassy coal seam of degree II and degree III, the main mechanical ventilator operator by electricity shall be interlocked with the switchgear so as to automatically disconnect the power supply in the event of stoppage of main mechanical ventilator.]

3 · [(5) Whenever required by the Inspector the motor shall be controlled by a switchgear to disconnect automatically the supply in the event of conditions of over-current, over-voltage and single phasing.]

2 · [Provided that this sub-rule shall not apply to flexible cables attached to any transportable apparatus used in open cast mines where reeling and unreeling of such cables is necessary as per design features of the equipment.]

1 · [Provided that all portable and transportable machines used in underground mines shall operate on remote control from the concerned switchgear with Pilot Core Protection.]

1 · [126. Precautions where gas exists-

8 · [In an oil mine where concentration of inflammable gas exceed 20% of its lowest explosive limit, the supply of electric energy shall be cutoff immediately from all cables and apparatus lying within 30 metres of the installation and all sources of ignition shall also be removed from the said area and normal work shall not be resumed unless the area is made gas-free;]

9 · [Provided that such disconnection shall no apply to intrinsically safe environmental monitoring scientific instruments.]

11 · [(e) All appliances, equipments and machinery that are or may be used in zone 0, zones 1 and 2 hazardous areas shall be of such type, standard and make as approved by the Inspector by a general or special order in writing.

9 · . Ins. by GSR 466, dt. 18.7.1991, w.e.f. 17.8.1991.

1 · [(d) Bare conductors, where used shall be installed in suitable insulators.]

1 · [Provided further that in case of unearthed neutral system adequate protection shall be provided with the approval of the Inspector.]

1 · [131. Supervision-

133 · Relaxation by Government-

1 · [138A. Penality for breach of rule 44A- Where, in contravention of rule 44A, any person responsible for the generation, transformation, transmission, conversion, distribution, supply or use of energy fails to report to the Inspector and other authorities concerned the occurrence of accidents, such person shall be punishable with fine which may extend to three hundred rupees.

1 · [140. Penalty for breach of rule 82-

1 · [140A. Penalty for breach of rule 77,79 or 80- Where a person is responsible for any construction which is or which results in contravention of the provisions of rule 77, 79 or 80 he and the contractor whom he employs shall be punishable with a fine which may extend to three hundred rupees, and in the case of continuing breach, with a further daily fine which may extend to fifty rupees.

141 · Penalty for breach of rules- Any person other than an Inspector or any officer appointed to assist the Inspector who being responsible for the observance of any of these rules commits a breach thereof, shall be punishable for every such breach with fine which may extend to three hundred rupees, and in the case of a continuing breach with a further fine which may extend to fifty rupees, for every day after first during which the breach has continued.

142 · Application of rules- Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 58, these rules shall be binding on all persons, companies and undertakings to whom licences have been granted or with whom agreements have been made by or with the sanction of Government for the supply or use of electricity before the commencement of the Act.

11 · (1) In pursuance of clause (f) of sub-section (2) of section 3 of the Act, it is hereby expressly declared that the provisions contained in the Schedule to the Act shall for the purposes of this licence be supplemented by the addition of the following clauses, namely:-

7 · kWh used for Generating Station Auxiliaries. 8. KWh purchased from other agencies. 9. kWh available for sale (6-7) + 8 10. KWh supplied free (if any) to officers & staff. 11. KWh supplied free (if any) to office, canteen etc. 12. KWh sold. 13. KWh unaccounted for 9-(10+11+12).

16 · Consumers: No. Connected load kW (a) Domestic or Residential (b) Commercial

1 · 2 3 4 5 6

1 · Domestic or residential

2 · Commercial

3 · Industrial

4 · Public Lighting

5 · Public Water works and Sewage

6 · Irrigation

7 · Traction

8 · Supplies in bulk to distributing

1 · Rentals from

2 · Service connection fees

3 · Public Lighting Maintenance.

1 · Sale of Stores

2 · Repairs of lamps and other

3 · Commission for the collection of

4 · Other miscellaneous items (to be

1 · Fuel

2 · Lubricants and other consumble

3 · Water (if purchased separately)

4 · Station supplies and miscellaneous

5 · Proportion of salaries, allowances,

6 · Wages and gratuities to labour

7 · Contributions to Provident Fund,

8 · Bonus paid to the employees of the

1 · Salaries for supervisory staff.

2 · Buildings and civil engineering

3 · Engines, generators and ancillary

4 · Water cooling system comprising

5 · Switchgear including cable

6 · Miscellaneous power plant and

7 · Other civil works (to be specified)

8 · Contributions to provident fund, staff

1 · Proportion of salaries, allowances,

2 · Wages and gratuities to sub-station

3 · Wages and gratuities to labour on

4 · Buildings and structures including

5 · Sub-station transformers,

6 · Switchgear including cable

7 · Towers, poles, fixtures, overhead

8 · (i) Underground cables and devices

9 · Contribution to Provident Fund or

1 · Proportion of salaries, allowances,

2 · Wages and gratuities of sub-station

3 · Wages and gratuities to labour for

4 · Buildings and structures including

5 · Sub-station transformers,

6 · Switchgear including cable

7 · Towers, poles, fixtures, overhead

8 · (i) Underground cables and devices

9 · Service Lines

10 · Metering Equipment

11 · Contributions to Provident Fund or

1 · Proportion of salaries, allowances,

2 · Wage and Gratuities to labour

3 · Buildings and structures including

4 · Sub-station transformers,

5 · Switchgear including cable

6 · Towers, poles, fixtures, overhead

7 · (i) Underground cables and devices

8 · Service lines

9 · Metering equipment

10 · Contributions to Provident Fund or staff

1 · Operation and maintenance

2 · Renewal of lamps

1 · 2 3 4 5 6

1 · Capital amount expended on works in use-Statement-II.

4 · Notice for fixing the position of service, meter, etc.- Upon receipt of the requisition for supply seven clear days' notice shall be sent by the licensee, to the applicant for supply or to the contractor action on his behalf, for his representative to meet the engineer of the licensee for the purpose of inspecting the premises and fixing the point of entry of supply mains and the position of the mains, cut-outs or circuit breakers and meters. The licensee will, in no case, fix meters and main cut-out, nor allow the same to remain in any position which entails entry of his employees into purdah or religious quarters.

12 · Failure of supply-

15 · Method of charging for current-

17 · Notice of removal-

19 · Discontinuance of Supply-

21 · Classification of installations- A.C. System-

23 · Saving rights- Nothing in these conditions shall abridge or prejudice the rights of the licensee and the consumer under the Indian Electricity Act, 1910, or any rules thereunder and Electricity (Supply) Act, 1948.

2 · The Government of……… the 3 ……..of……… being charged with public lighting of street, within the area of supply specified in the licence, 19……… do hereby require you, in pursuance of Clause V of the Schedule to the Indian Electricity Act, 1910, to provide, within six months of the date of this requisition distributing main throughout the said street. 4

2 · Applicant's Name. Occupation/Designation. Class/Premises. House No. and/or Name of the Premises. Street Town Locality Owned/Tenanted by

1 · [(7) The wiring work has been/will be carried by:

44 · (i) State if instructions in 1 [English or Hindi and the local language of the district and where Hindi is the local language, in English and Hindi,] for the restoration of persons suffering from electric shock have been affixed in a "conspicuous place."

50 · (i) Whether a suitable linked switch/circuit breaker is placed near the point of commencement of supply so as to be readily accessible and capable of being easily operated to completely isolate the supply?

51 · (i) State the condition of metallic coverings provided for various conductors.

61 · (i) Has the neutral conductor at the transformer been earthed by two separate and distinct connections with earth.

1 · 2 3

51 · (i) State the condition of metallic coverings provided for various conductors.

88 · (i) Has every guard wire, been properly earthed at each point at which its electrical continuity is broken?

90 · (i) Are the metal supports of overhead lines and metallic fittings attached thereto permanently and efficiently earthed?

1 · Amended by GSR 137, dt. 12.2.1983. 2. Added by GSR 137, dt. 12.2.1983. 3. Ins. by GSR 466, dt. 18.7.1991, w.e.f. 17.8.1991. Part B

1 · System of supply (whether direct current or alternating current) Voltage of supply Periodicity (if alternating current) Source of supply.

2 · Voltage at which electricity is used for: Lighting Power

1 · Subs. by GSR 137, dt. 12.2.1983. 2. Ins. by GSR 137, dt. 12.2.1983.

1 · [Name of Electrical Supervisor]

1 · Subs. by GSR 45, dt. 1.1.1993, w.e.f. 23.1.1993. 2. Subs. by GSR 466, dt. 18.7.1991, w.e.f. 17.8.1991.

1 · [ANNEXURE XIII] FORM FOR REPORTING ELECTRICAL ACCIDENTS (See rule 44-A)

1 · [ANNEXURE XIV] [See rate 3(2A)] GUIDELINES FOR PROVIDING TRAINING AS REQUIRED UNDER RULE 3(2A)

3 · Qualifications

4 · Creation of the Institute

1 · SPECIALISED MECHANICAL COURSE FOR OPERATING & SUPERVISORY STAFF WHO WILL BE ENGAGED ON THE MECHANICAL SIDE OF THE POWER PLANT

2 · SPECIALISED ELECTRICAL COURSE FOR OPERATING AND SUPERVISORY STAFF WHO WILL BE ENGAGED IN THE ELECTRICAL SIDE OF THE POWER PLANT

1 · SPECIALISED ELECTRICAL COUITSE FOR SKILLED PERSONS WHO WILL BE ENGAGED ON THE ELECTRICAL SIDE OF THE POWER PLANT

2 · SPECIALISED MECHANICAL COURSE FOR SKILLED PERSONS WHO WILL BE ENGAGED IN THE MECHANICAL SIDE OF THE POWER STATION

5 · Judgment of the candidate by taking viva-

10 · Gradation: (A, B, C, etc.)…………….