Moving Violations Video No. 338: Poolside Problems

There are a lot of issues with this outdoor installation.

July 3, 2025

Russ found a lot of problems with this installation. First up is a box that is not suitable for the outdoor wet location, which is a violation of Sec. 314.15. Next are single conductors that are not in a raceway and with no equipment ground, which violates Sec. 310.10. These issues pose a significant risk due to the proximity to a pool. Check them out!

About the Author

Russ LeBlanc

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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.

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