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Electrical installation is the path through which Electricity passes to power electrical/ electronic appliances in our respective homes, offices factories schools, hospitals etc. standard electrical installations are efficient and safe in operation, and this is because both their design and installation are in conformity with IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers). The design should be provided by electrical power system Engineer, while the installation by well-trained electrical technician under supervision of the Engineer.Substandard electrical installations lead to loss of lives and properties. Some causes of Sub-standard electrical installations are: wrong selection and use of electrical materials, poor inspection and lack of enforcing government policies regarding electrical installations of buildings. In most countries, electrical installations shall comply with more than one set of regulations, issued by National Authorities or by recognized private bodies. It is essential to take into account these local constraints before starting the design. These regulations may be based on national standard derived from institute of engineering electrical and electronic engineering or IEC (International Electro Technical Commission) 60364: Low-voltage regulations. The regulations are based on relevant IEC standards. The IEC regulations have been established by engineering experts of all countries in the world comparing their experience at an international level. Currently, safety standard of IEC series are the fundamental of most electrical standard in the world. To overcome the problems of substandard electrical installations, standard should be maintained for all electrical installations right from design to installation stage. As usual, maintenance is required for any operating system, it should therefore be carried out once the need arises, and preferably the maintenance should be preventive type. Likewise, government should not leave any stone unturned on enforcement of its policies regarding electrical installations and services. This will no doubt improve safety, security, economy and standard of living. Key words: Electrical, installation, standard, safety, regulations, maintenance.