Moving Violations Video No. 345: Sharp Bends

Russ examines a UF cable installation with sharp bends

Oct. 16, 2025

In this installment of Moving Violations, Russ examines a UF cable installation. The bends in the cable are very sharp, leading Russ to question if it complies with Sec. 340.24. Also, the cable is close to the ground, which is likely a violation of Sec. 340.12(10) because it is subject to physical damage. Do you agree with Russ’s assessment?

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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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