What defines a service point?

A service point is fundamentally defined as the boundary between the utility's electrical system and the premises wiring. This is a critical demarcation because it indicates where the utility's responsibility ends, and the property owner's responsibility begins. This location is typically where electrical service enters a building, and it is also where metering equipment is located to measure energy consumption.

Understanding this boundary is vital for compliance with safety standards and regulations, as it determines which entity is accountable for maintaining and ensuring the functionality and safety of the electrical system beyond this point.

While the connection of the building's electrical system to the grid and the placement of service equipment within a structure are important aspects of electrical installations, they do not encapsulate the definition of a service point. These elements relate to electrical infrastructure but do not serve as the delineation between utility and owner responsibility. Similarly, while the transition from overhead to underground service conductors is a notable aspect of electrical service delivery, it is not specifically what constitutes a service point.