Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety Particular requirements for appliances for skin exposure to optical radiation (IEC 60335-2-27 Ed 5.2, MOD)
Standards Australia
This International Standard deals with the safety of electrical appliances incorporating emitters for exposing the skin to optical radiation (wavelength 100 nm to 1 mm), for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances.
Appliances not intended for normal household use but which nevertheless may be a source of
danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used in tanning salons, beauty
parlours and similar premises, are also within the scope of this standard.
As far as practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances
that are encountered by persons using the appliances in tanning salons, beauty parlours and
similar premises or at home. However, in general, it does not take into account
– persons (including children) whose
• physical, sensory or mental capabilities; or
• lack of experience and knowledge
prevents them from using the appliance safely without supervision or instruction;
– children playing with the appliance.
NOTE 101 Attention is drawn to the fact that
– for appliances intended to be used in vehicles or on board ships or aircraft, additional requirements may be necessary;
– in many countries, additional requirements are specified by the national health authorities, the national authorities responsible for the protection of labour and similar authorities;
– IEC 60598-1 is applicable as far as is reasonable.
| Document Type | Standard |
| Status | Current |
| Publisher | Standards Australia |
| Committee | EL-002 |
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