Any regulations concerning PVC cable smoke/flame?

[Sam Gangee]

I understand that PVC covering on cables comes in various grades and the most expensive is designed to give off minimal smoke and not to propagate a fire.

Is there a regulation that states what type of PVC cable may be installed in a domestic residence and/or in an office environment?

I'd like to know exactly what is permitted and which regulations govern this - especially for coaxial cable.

Also, is there any regulation governing the use of plastic channel/conduit?

 

[letinman]

appendix 5 is where you should start

however
generaly in domestic settings there are no special requirements for flame retadent pvc cables but external influences will always be an issue

 

[Sam Gangee]

Many thanks. As far as I've been able to determine, there's no specific requirement in law and it's down to the building owner to specify what he wants installed.