Performance

This standard is intended for distributor personnel in charge of integrating distributed generation into the distribution system. It is also intended for power producers with generating stations connected to the Hydro-Québec MV distribution system. They are required to comply with this standard.

The National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC), published by NRC and developed by the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes, sets out technical provisions for the design and construction of new buildings. It also applies to the alteration, change of use and demolition of existing buildings. Over 360 technical changes have been incorporated in this new edition.

1. The object of this Act is the protection of persons and property, except forest resources which are protected pursuant to the Sustainable Forest Development Act (chapter A-18.1), against fires of any nature. For the purposes of this Act, any explosion likely to cause a fire shall be considered to be a fire. 2000, c. 20, s. 1; 2010, c. 3, s. 329. 2. This Act does not operate to limit the obligations imposed or powers granted by or under other Acts as regards fire safety. 2000, c. 20, s. 2; 2001, c. 76, s. 153. 3.

1.1 These requirements cover small wind turbine systems (WT) and electrical subassemblies. With respect to this standard, small WT are considered to be wind turbines where a user or service person cannot or is not intended to enter the turbine to operate it or perform maintenance. These units are intended for use in stand-alone (not grid-connected) or utility interactive applications. Utility-interactive, grid-tied WT are operated in parallel with an electric power system (EPS) to supply power to common loads.

The technical specifications for, and testing of, the interconnection between utility electric power systems (EPS) and distributed energy resources (DER) are the focus of this standard. It provides requirements relevant to the performance, operation, testing, safety considerations, and maintenance of the interconnection. It also includes general requirements, response to abnormal conditions, power quality, islanding, and test specifications and requirements for design, production, installation evaluation, commissioning, and periodic tests.