The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) announced a new state safety code for electrical work will take effect September 1. Beginning on that date, any electrical plans submitted for review to DSPS or its delegated agents must adhere to the new code requirements. 

The electrical code update adopts 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) standards, with specific changes and omissions to ensure it conforms to Wisconsin statutes and is consistent with DSPS procedure. The current Wisconsin electrical code is based on 2017 NEC standards.

You can go to the Wisconsin Legislature’s website to find the updated Electrical Code Rule. 

Starting October 1, the code changes will be reflected in questions on the trades exams offered by Wisconsin DSPS and third-party testing company Pearson Vue.