What was the first IEC standard ?

The first IEC standard ever established was the "IEC 60034-1-1: 2017 General Purpose Safety-Related Controls for electrical equipment - Part 1: Safety-Related Controls for electrical equipment" standard. This standard was published in January 2017 and outlines the procedures for the safe control of electrical equipment. It is part of the IEC 60034 series of standards, which provide guidelines for the entire electrical equipment industry.

The development of this standard was driven by the growing need for safety and reliability in electrical systems. As the number of electrical incidents and accidents increased, there was a growing awareness of the need for a standardized approach to electrical safety. The IEC 60034 standard is designed to address these concerns by providing a comprehensive set of guidelines for the safe control of electrical equipment.

The standard covers a wide range of topics, including the selection of appropriate safety-related controls for electrical equipment, the testing and validation of safety-related controls, and the documentation and reporting of safety-related controls. It is intended to be used by manufacturers, installers, and users of electrical equipment to ensure that their products meet the necessary safety requirements.

The adoption of IEC 60034-1-1 by manufacturers and users across various industries demonstrates the importance of standardized safety practices for electrical equipment. It also showcases the role that IEC plays in promoting safety, innovation, and collaboration within the electrical equipment industry.