IET Electrician’s Guide to the Building Regulations (7th Edition)

IET Electrician’s Guide to the Building Regulations (7th Edition) is a practical reference for electricians and contractors working to meet Building Regulations requirements alongside BS 7671. It brings together the key regulatory guidance that commonly affects electrical work, helping users make compliant decisions during installation, alteration and verification across domestic and commercial environments.

This edition includes the latest guidance relating to competent person schemes and third-party certification, supporting correct routes to compliance, notification and sign-off. It also summarises the most relevant Building Regulations areas that electricians regularly encounter, including Fire Safety, Ventilation, and Conservation of Energy, making it a useful day-to-day companion for both site and office use.

Fully updated to align with BS 7671:2018+A4:2026, it includes updates linked to legislation, clearer guidance for protected escape routes, and guidance on wiring systems where particular risks of fire exist. It also covers the application of surge protective devices (SPDs) on the DC side of solar PV installations, reflecting modern building services and renewable energy systems.

Key Features

• 7th Edition practical guide to key Building Regulations requirements for electrical work
• Includes the latest guidance on competent person schemes and third-party certification
• Covers relevant Building Regulations topics including fire safety, ventilation and conservation of energy
• Updated to align with BS 7671:2018+A4:2026
• Includes updates linked to legislation changes
• Guidance on protected escape routes
• Guidance on wiring systems where particular risks of fire exist
• Covers SPDs for the DC side of solar PV installations