Code Quiz: Installation of Fire-Resistive Cable Systems

Feb. 26, 2015
NEC guidelines for installing fire-resistive systems in a raceway

Where a fire-resistive system is listed to be installed in a raceway, the raceway enclosing the system is permitted to be which one of the following?

A)  rigid metal conduit

B)  intermediate metal conduit

C)  metal-clad cable  

D)  a raceway that is listed as part of a fire-resistive system

Find the Answer

Answer: D

As noted in Sec. 728.5(C) of the 2014 NEC, where a fire-resistive system is listed to be installed in a raceway, the raceway enclosing the system shall be listed as part of a fire-resistive system. This also includes any couplings and connectors.

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