scope:

This standard deals with the safety of electrical appliances for household and similar purposes, the rated voltage of the appliance being not more than 250 V and for use in nonhazardous locations, in accordance with the rules of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I and the National Electrical Code.

Appliances may incorporate motors, heating elements or their combination, and may be supplied by lowvoltage power supplies.

Battery-operated appliances that can be used while connected to the battery charger(s) are within the scope of this Standard.

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 by laypeople in shops, in light industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard.

Note (1) Examples ofs ucha ppliances arec ateringe quipment, cleaning and appliances for hairdressers.

So far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances which are encountered by all persons in and around the home.