SIST IEC 60364-5-55:2006

Overview

IEC 60364-5-55 - Installations électriques des bâtiments (Partie 5-55) covers the selection and erection of “other equipment” in building electrical installations, with particular emphasis on groups générateurs (generating sets / generators). This part of the IEC 60364 series provides requirements and guidance to ensure safe, reliable installation and integration of generators and associated equipment into fixed electrical installations. The published consolidated version includes the first edition (2001) and Amendment 1 (2001).

Key topics and requirements

The standard addresses high-level requirements related to:

• Groups générateurs (generators and generating sets) - prescriptions for selection, siting and integration into building electrical systems.
• Supply of safety installations - specific provisions for powering safety circuits and installations (see article 556 for these particular requirements).
• Luminaires and lighting installations - guidance on the choice and installation of luminaires and fixed lighting systems intended to be part of the building installation (see article 559).
• Selection and erection principles for “other” equipment not covered elsewhere in Part 5: ensuring compatibility, protection, and safe operation within the fixed installation.
• Compliance and documentation - requirements to document equipment selection and connection arrangements consistent with the IEC 60364 series.

Note: This consolidated French-language publication derives from the original bilingual edition; missing pages correspond to removed English pages.

Practical applications

IEC 60364-5-55 is used to:

• Define safe installation practices for on-site generating sets (standby, emergency or prime power).
• Ensure correct supply arrangements for safety-critical systems (fire detection, emergency lighting, ventilation).
• Guide selection and installation of luminaires and fixed lighting within building electrical work.
• Support compliance checks during design reviews, construction inspections and commissioning of electrical installations.

Who should use this standard

• Electrical designers and consulting engineers specifying generator installations and fixed lighting.
• Electrical contractors and installers performing selection and erection of generators and luminaires.
• Building services and facility managers responsible for emergency power and safety systems.
• Inspectors, testing authorities and compliance officers validating installations against IEC 60364 requirements.
• Manufacturers and suppliers of generating sets and fixed lighting equipment referencing installation guidance.

Related standards

• IEC 60364 series (general rules for electrical installations of buildings) - consult other parts of IEC 60364 for complementary requirements on earthing, protection and wiring systems.
• National adoptions (e.g., SIST IEC 60364-5-55:2006) may include local application rules.

Keywords: IEC 60364-5-55, electrical installations, generators, groups générateurs, luminaires, emergency power, selection and erection, building electrical equipment, electrical safety standard.