Understanding IEC/EN 60598-1

This enhance-level course provides a comprehensive understanding of IEC/EN 60598-1, the core standard that defines safety and performance requirements for luminaires across domestic, industrial, and OEM applications.

It explores the standard supports Low Voltage Directive (LVD) conformity and sets out essential criteria for classification, marking, construction, and photobiological safety.

Delivery Method

Self-paced, online

Who Is It For?

This course is perfect for technical, testing, design, or compliance roles in manufacturers, specifiers, facilities management, and will equip learners with the knowledge needed to interpret and apply the standard with confidence.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will:

• Explain the purpose and scope of IEC/EN 60598-1 and its role in supporting LVD compliance for electrical luminaires
• Understand the classification system, marking requirements, and constructional safety elements within the standard
• Apply the standard’s testing procedures and safety criteria to ensure product compliance and risk mitigation
• Recognise how IEC/EN 60598-1 interacts with the broader family of IEC/EN 60598-2-X standards for specific luminaire types 
• Evaluate how compliance with the standard supports your role in design, manufacturing, inspection, or regulatory assurance

Next Steps

After this course, you can progress to more of the Enhance level courses, available on our Profession Map.