Good afternoon

We have some bollards and lighting columns at the backyard of a hotel

We are feeding them with XLPE/SWA/LSF cables through ducts.

Do we need RCD protection at the board?

I am looking into BS7671 section 714 - OUTDOOR LIGHTING INSTALLATION and there doesnt seem to be anything to indicate an RCD apart from a telephone kiosk, bus shelter, advertising panels and town plans.

Do I read it correct or having a steel column makes a difference and I do need an RCD?

I wouldnt normally ask however I remember in the past people in here pointing out that the external lights need RCD and refer to some BS7671 clause but my memory isnt that good

Thanks