(10/11/09) Stringent requirements are imposed as regards the reliability of power supplies for medical locations. The standard IEC 60364-7-710 / DIN VDE 0100-710 provides the basis for this application. This standard requires that power be supplied by two independent sources and the application of an unearthed power supply system (IT system) with insulation monitoring for Group 2 locations. ..... (The complete text is available for download):

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(04/16/09) Protective measures against electric shock in electric vehicles have not received appropriate attention so far. The Formula 1 accident at BMW showed the life threatening danger imposed by high battery voltages in electric and hybrid vehicles. The generally accepted and widely used measurement methods for insulation monitoring could not ensure adequate protection against electric shock and danger of fire when tested under varying hazardous conditions. ... (The complete text is available for download):

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