Extract from IEC/EN 60204-1: (VDE 0113 part 1) [t-head1-first]

This world wide binding standard is used for the electrical equipment of machines, provided that for the type of machine to be equipped there is no product standard (Type C).

Safety requirements regarding the protection of personnel, machines and material according to the European Machinery Directive are stressed under the heading “Safety of machines”. The degree of possible danger is to estimated by risk assessment (EN 1 050). The Standard also includes requirements for equipment, engineering and construction, as well as tests to ensure faultless function and the effectiveness of protective measures.

The following paragraphs are an extract from the Standard.