Changes to TRVB 121 O (2025) - Innovations for the PV fire protection plan

The new TRVB 121 O (2025) brings important changes for fire protection plansespecially for PV systems. Below is an overview of the changes compared to the 2015 version:

TopicTRVB 121 O (2015)TRVB 121 O (2025)
Mandatory information in the PV fire protection planNo specific PV requirementsExpected output (kWp), course of the PV cable, battery storage (kWh), voltage disconnector trigger, DC cable disconnector, inverter location, overview plan of the PV system
Regulation for plan changesNo concrete specificationFor changes of more than 50% of the content: complete plan revision required
Symbols for PV systemsNot specifiedIntroduction of specific symbols (voltage cut-off switches, DC cables)
Battery storageNo special requirementsExtended documentation obligation for battery storage (kWh)
Planning Drawing GuidelineAccording to general TRVB symbolsNew requirements in accordance with OVE guideline R11-1

When is a complete change of plan required?

A complete revision of the fire protection plan is necessary if more than 50% of the plan content is changed. This applies in particular to

  • Extensive structural modifications
  • Extensions to the PV system
  • Modifications to safety-relevant equipment (e.g. battery storage, voltage disconnector)

The new requirements of TRVB 121 O (2025) require careful implementation. Keep your fire protection plans up to date to ensure legal safety and protection in the event of an emergency. If you have any questions or require advice, please contact us!

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