Moving Violations Video No. 175: Improper Support and Lack of Protection

Sept. 20, 2018
Code violations video on improper support and lack of protection

In this episode, Russ points out two violations at this switch location. The first problem is this box is improperly supported by electrical metallic tubing (EMT). As per Sec. 358.12(2), EMT is not allowed to support a box. The second problem is the missing knockout seal on the side of the box. This is a clear violation of Sec. 110.12(A).

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.

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