Construction Projects in the Netherlands are required to meet Dutch national standards and their low voltage wiring regulations. NEN 1010 is the guideline for the installation, expansion and adaption of low-voltage installations. The standard can also be used for controls and inspections of new projects.

Compliance with NEN1010 Wiring Regulations (the equivalent to the British BS7671) is mandatory - the latest edition of the regulations which was released in 2020 (published 2021). It is the Dutch implementation of the HD-IEC 60364 series.