The next amendments to IEC 60364 (expected 2025-2026) will include:

Official IEC PDFs include clickable bookmarks for each part, clause, and annex. Users can jump directly to Clause 411 (protective measures) or Annex A (normative references).

First is . This is perhaps the most critical aspect of the standard. It distinguishes between basic protection (preventing contact with live parts) and fault protection (preventing shock when a fault occurs). Concepts such as Automatic Disconnection of Supply (ADS), alongside the use of Residual Current Devices (RCDs), are detailed extensively to ensure that a person is not exposed to dangerous voltage levels for a duration that could cause harm.