BSCP601 – Metering Protocol Approval and Compliance Testing

This BSC Procedure defines the processes for Meter Manufacturers, Meter Operator Agents, Suppliers, Half Hourly Data Collectors and other Half Hourly Metering Equipment users to apply for Compliance Testing and Protocol Approval. It covers the application process, submission of Metering Equipment, communications with the Compliance and Protocol Testing Agents, the issue and removal of certificates. This procedure applies only to Half Hourly Metering Equipment. IT does not apply to Metering Equipment that is compliant with the Smart Metering Equipment Technical Specification (SMETS) or to communications with such Metering Equipment.