Specifies the tests and criteria, referenced in particular Standards, for elastomeric, PVC, reduced fire hazard and polyolefin insulating and sheathing materials used in the construction of electric cables and flexible cords. It does not cover tests that can only be conducted on completed cables.RECONFIRMATION NOTICETechnical Committee EL-003 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 10 October 2016.Approved for reconfirmation in New Zealand on behalf of the Standards Council of New Zealand on 13 December 2016.The following are represented on Technical Committee EL-003:Australian Cable Makers' AssociationAustralian Industry GroupElectrical Compliance Testing AssociationElectrical Regulatory Authorities CouncilNational Electrical and Communications AssociationQueensland University of Technology