The NEN 3140 Operation of Electrical Installations – Low Voltage standard is a Dutch standard that works in tandem with EN 50110. Bundled together, both the NEN 3140 and NEN-EN 50110 standards are referred to as “Operation of electrical installations 1998” and cover both low voltage and high voltage working conditions. Overall, NEN 3140 covers the safe operation of tasks nearby, on, or with electrical objects in low-voltage environments with a maximum of 1,000 volts AC or 1,500 volts DC. The environments that may be seen using this standard include factories, offices, ships, and construction sites, as a few examples. Updated in July of 2019, NEN 3140 now covers subjects such as the prevention of arc flash hazards as operators across Europe who use these electrical standards are realizing that the already existing guidelines are not doing a good enough job at preventing these kinds of catastrophes. With that being said, the workers following this standard should be familiar with the following:The basic principles of working safely in an electrical environmentThe necessary risk assessment proceduresInspection periodsStandard work procedures concerning working without voltage, with voltage, around active equipment, personnel requirements, and the necessary tools and PPEThe importance of electrical safety is a high priority everywhere when thinking about occupational hazards. For that reason, it is incredibly important to be familiar with the standards of the area, whether that be in Northern Europe – for this Dutch standard – or in the United States, or the standards applying to members associated with groups such as CENELEC. Similar Questions What is the European Standard EN 50110?What is the difference between NFPA 70E and EN 50110?What is an ESO?How can I Improve Safety and Compliance with Valve TagsHow can ISO 45001 Improve Workplace Safety and Health?What are some Real-World Examples of ISO Standard Implementation?What does GMP stand for?What does HVAC stand for?What are the Most Crucial Workplace Regulations in the US?Additional Resources Improving Workplace Electrical SafetyOSHA Respiratory Protection Standard (29 CFR 1910.134)NFPA 70E [Workplace Electrical Safety]Hard Hat Classes [OSHA & ANSI Standards]OSHA Construction Safety

What is the NEN 3140 Standard?

Regulations & Compliance

The NEN 3140 Operation of Electrical Installations – Low Voltage standard is a Dutch standard that works in tandem with EN 50110. Bundled together, both the NEN 3140 and NEN-EN 50110 standards are referred to as “Operation of electrical installations 1998” and cover both low voltage and high voltage working conditions. Overall, NEN 3140 covers the safe operation of tasks nearby, on, or with electrical objects in low-voltage environments with a maximum of 1,000 volts AC or 1,500 volts DC. The environments that may be seen using this standard include factories, offices, ships, and construction sites, as a few examples. Updated in July of 2019, NEN 3140 now covers subjects such as the prevention of arc flash hazards as operators across Europe who use these electrical standards are realizing that the already existing guidelines are not doing a good enough job at preventing these kinds of catastrophes. With that being said, the workers following this standard should be familiar with the following:

The basic principles of working safely in an electrical environment
The necessary risk assessment procedures
Inspection periods
Standard work procedures concerning working without voltage, with voltage, around active equipment, personnel requirements, and the necessary tools and PPE

The importance of electrical safety is a high priority everywhere when thinking about occupational hazards. For that reason, it is incredibly important to be familiar with the standards of the area, whether that be in Northern Europe – for this Dutch standard – or in the United States, or the standards applying to members associated with groups such as CENELEC.