|  | | | | | In this episode, Russ shows us an all too common violation of NEC Sec. 300.11(C). This section of the Code notes that a raceway like this electrical metallic tubing (EMT) can’t be used to support other cables or non-electrical equipment. Unfortunately, many installers ignore this rule because it's quick and easy to simply strap the new cables to th... |
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| | | Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging quiz question from NEC Consultant John Lupacchino. True or false? The required working space in front of electrical equipment must be level and flat. |
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| | | In episode 16, Russ and Ellen discuss different interpretations of how to determine which piping systems need to be bonded to the common grounding electrode conductor. |
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| | | Electrical inspectors identify which mistakes electrical professionals tend to make the most when it comes to the National Electrical Code. This article will review 10 of the top-cited violations from around the country based on feedback from electrical inspectors. In many instances, these violations are consistent in many regions. |
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| | | The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently released a proposed Tentative Interim Amendment (TIA) to the 2023 Edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC). The TIA has a comment closing date of February 15, 2023. |
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| | | Answering your NEC questions. Test your NEC knowledge with these questions from NEC Consultant Mike Holt regarding various Code requirements for electrical continuity of metal raceways and electrical circuits installed to reduce the spread of fire. |
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| | | Continuity of the neutral conductor of a multiwire branch circuit must not be interrupted by the removal of a wiring device [Sec. 300.13(B)]. So, splice the neutral wires and run a pigtail to the device. However, you cannot do this with a GFCI device because it must sense the current in the neutral. |
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| | | Think you know how this installation violates the NEC? How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Hint: Extension cord catastrophe |
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| | | In Episode 7 of “EC&M Asks,” a new video series featuring subject matter experts (SMEs) answering reader-submitted questions regarding popular electrical topics, Randy Barnett, a journeyman electrician, inspector, author, trainer, and electrical safety expert covers audience questions about electrical personal protective equipment (PPE) requirement... |
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| | | Is that installation for real? Unfortunately, yes. We present the “best of the worst” What's Wrong Here photos from 2022. Read each hint, and then click the next slide to read the analysis from NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc on each Code violation. |
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| | | Take this quiz about the 2023 NEC and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon, iTunes, or Cabela’s! |
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| | | Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging Q&A from Code Consultant Mike Holt. What are the NEC requirements related to the installation of wiring within plenum spaces for environmental air? |
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| | | One of the most essential Chapter 3 wiring methods for residential electricians in the National Electrical Code (NEC) is service entrance (SE) cable. Its primary purpose is to be used as a “main” feeder for the (building or premises) aerial service drop or underground feeder connection to dwelling units. This cable transports power from the utility... |
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