EC&M Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Parson, discusses “2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors” with subject matter expert Chad Kennedy, Director of Industry Standards for Schneider Electric.
In this first of three video interviews, we’ll explore several key NEC revisions designed to protect workers and improve job-site safety. The video highlights key 2026 NEC revisions centered on improving worker and equipment safety, including updates to arc-flash hazard labeling/marking, equipment working-space requirements, high-frequency GFCI protection, and service/emergency disconnect requirements for one- and two-family dwellings. This Code Conversation explains the safety motivations behind each change, how they align with industry standards and practices, and what electrical contractors need to know to ensure Code compliance in the field.
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