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Moving Violations Video No. 283: Problematic Panelboard

March 16, 2023

Russ inspects a panelboard with a number of violations.

Russ inspects a panelboard tucked away in a cluttered closet, which is a violation of Sec. 240.24(A). Even worse, the panel is designed for only twelve overcurrent devices, but there are too many installed within. This violates Sec. 408.54, which states that a panelboard shall have a physical means to prevent the installation of more overcurrent devices than the panel is rated for. Finally, because the extra breakers aren’t the right type for the panelboard, they’re a violation of Sec. 110.3(B).

About the Author

Russ LeBlanc | Owner

Russ started in the electrical trade as an apprentice in 1985. He worked his way up to become a Journeyman Electrician and then eventually became a Master Electrician and Licensed Construction Supervisor. In 1999 Russ become an Electrical Instructor for The Peterson School of Engineering in Massachusetts where he developed his passion for teaching, and quickly became Department Head of Electrical Instruction. Russ has taught thousands of apprentices, electricians, engineers, inspectors, and other electrical professionals during his career as an instructor. He continues to provide electrical professionals with Electrical Code seminars, Arc-Flash Awareness training seminars and educational material through his LeBlanc Consulting Services in North Reading, MA whose specialty is educating electricians. He has been an active member of the NFPA Electrical Section and has authored hundreds of National Electrical Code proposals and comments which have become Code rules to improve the safety for the electrical industry. Russ is also an IAEI certified Electrical Inspector.

Please visit www.russleblanc.net for more information.