Deals with the safety of electric shavers, hair clippers and similar appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V, intended for household and similar purposes. Examples of similar appliances are those used for manicure and pedicure. Appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops and on farms, are within the scope of this standard. Examples of such appliances are animal clippers, animal shearers and appliances for hairdressers. This consolidated version consists of the fifth edition (2002), its amendment 1 (2005) and its amendment 2 (2008). Therefore, no need to order amendments in addition to this publication.