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NEC violations captured on video demonstrate what not to do and offer expert commentary on corrective measures to take for Code compliance.

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Moving Violations Video No. 174: Took the Easy Way Out
Sep 06, 2018
In this episode, Russ shows us a violation of Sec. 300.11(C) of the 2017 NEC. This electrician took the easy way out when they installed this liquidtight flexible metal conduit (LFMC). Instead of installing the LFMC on its own supports, they...
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Moving Violations Video No. 173: Hung Out to Dry
Aug 23, 2018

In this episode, Russ shows us a violation of Sec. 314.23 of the 2017 NEC. Someone decided to stick a metal box on the end of this piece of metal conduit and secure it with a locknut. This serves as the only means of support for this box.

Moving Violations No. 172 "Lacking Support"
Moving Violations Video No. 172: Lacking Support
Aug 09, 2018
In this episode, Russ shows us a violation of Sec. 358.30 of the 2017 NEC. Someone forgot to properly support this electrical metallic tubing (EMT) when they installed it. The NEC requires EMT to be securely fastened in place and intervals not...
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Moving Violations Video No. 167: Taking the Easy Way Out
May 16, 2018
In this episode, Russ points out a violation he sees all too often. Someone decided to strap communications cables on the electrical metallic tubing (EMT) in this room rather than hanging it from its own supports. This is a clear violation of Sec...
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Moving Violations Video No. 166: Floppy Boxes
May 02, 2018
In this episode, Russ finds a pair of boxes dangling off an exterior wall with receptacles inside, clearly having been pulled or knocked off after installation. This is a violation of NEC section 314.23 which requires enclosures to be securely...
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