Electrical safety (UK practice): In the UK, which type of installation requires a Fireman’s Switch (external emergency isolation)? Identify the common high-voltage lighting application that mandates this safety device. Choose the correct installation type.

Q: Electrical safety (UK practice): In the UK, which type of installation requires a Fireman’s Switch (external emergency isolation)? Identify the common high-voltage lighting application that mandates this safety device. Choose the correct installatio…

Concept UK regulations require an externally accessible Fireman’s Switch for neon and other high-voltage discharge lighting so emergency services can isolate power quickly. Final Answer Neon/sign high-voltage discharge lighting installations

Difficulty: Easy

Neon/sign high-voltage discharge lighting installations
Domestic LED downlights
Low-voltage garden lighting (12 V)
Standard ring final circuits for sockets

Correct Answer: Neon/sign high-voltage discharge lighting installations

Explanation:

Concept
UK regulations require an externally accessible Fireman’s Switch for neon and other high-voltage discharge lighting so emergency services can isolate power quickly.

Final Answer
Neon/sign high-voltage discharge lighting installations

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