For equipment intended to be placed in an office environment (e.g., a 5G small cell hub in a retail store), Issue 5 mandates ≤ 7.5 bels at operator position. No exception for high-power units.
, Issue 5 includes several updates to reflect evolving industry needs and standard developments: Fire Resistance:
Issue 5 updated the requirements regarding materials and fire propagation. With the proliferation of new polymers and plastic materials used in modern chassis design, the fire safety standards were tightened to ensure that high-density plastics do not compromise the Central Office environment. gr-63-core issue 5 pdf
). It outlines the minimum spatial and environmental criteria for telecommunications equipment used in Central Offices and other controlled spaces. Intertek Inform Key Technical Focus Areas