Specifies requirements for the protection by ventilation of electrical equipment in explosive atmospheres. Section 1 deals with gas or vapour dilution and point extraction ventilation of buildings and rooms; and Section 2 design, construction and testing of ventilation systems required to reduce the temperature of electrical power equipment by heat dissipation.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee EL-014 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
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Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Australian Industry Group
Australian Institute of Petroleum
Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association
Australian Pipeline Industry Association
Aviation and Marine Engineers Association
Bureau of Steel Manufacturers of Australia
Department of Natural Resources and Mines, QLD
Department of Trade and Investment, Regional Infrastructure and Services, NSW
Electrical Compliance Testing Association
Electrical Contractors Association of New Zealand
Engineers Australia
Institute of Electrical Inspectors
Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand
Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (New Zealand)
New Zealand Employers and Manufacturers Association (Central)
WorkCover New South Wales
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AS 1482:1985(R2013) history
0000 AS 1482:1985(R2013)
1970AS 1482:1985 Electrical equipment for explosive atmospheres - Protection by ventilation - Type of protection v