Electrical supply and installation is an essential part of building services. From initial planning, design, selection of material, installation/method of construction; to testing, commissioning and maintenance; every aspect is governed by statutory provisions referring to various standards and codes of practice. All such standards and codes are oriented to minimize risk, provide safe use, operation, functionality and convenience throughout service life. Any lapse in any of the above aspects may lead to severe effects on human life and devastation of assets. Occasions of electrical fires are increasing with the increasing use of electrical gadgets. Quality of installation must be maintained in every aspect of design, selection of product, workmanship and verification. For special installations such as high-rise buildings, hospitals, shopping complexes, hotels, large office complexes etc, where the fire hazard is high and evacuation is difficult, special conditions shall be fulfilled in electrical installation including safety services.

Statutory provisions given in The Electricity Act, 2003 and Safety regulations are required to be followed. In addition IS 732, IS 3043, NEC and various product standards provide the backbone for the installation and its compliance is mandatory as insisted in regulation 14 of CEA measures relating to safety and Electric Supply Regulations 2023.