| | | | | | How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Hint: A surprise on the ceiling. |
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| | | | Fill in the blank. An outlet box or enclosure mounted on a building or other surface shall be _____. |
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| | | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the NEC’s evolving requirements for ceiling fans and what that means for installers. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. Switches shall be located at least _____, measured horizontally, from the inside walls of an indoor spa or hot tub. |
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| | | The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently released six proposed Tentative Interim Amendments (TIA) to the National Electrical Code (NEC). TIAs 1835, 1846, 1847, 1848, and 1849 are proposed for the 2026 edition. If they are issued by the NFPA Standards Council, they will appear in the first printing and online version of the 2026 edition... |
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| | | The National Electrical Code (NEC) updates every three years and it's important for electrical professionals to stay on top of the changes in each Code cycle. That's why EC&M has teamed up with longstanding NEC Consultant Mike Holt to update our readers on the key changes made during the latest Code cycle. |
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| Russ found a lot of problems with this installation. First up is a box that is not suitable for the outdoor wet location, which is a violation of Sec. 314.15. Next are single conductors that are not in a raceway and with no equipment ground, which violates Sec. 310.10. These issues pose a significant risk due to the proximity to a pool. Check them ... |
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| Is there a specific length requirement for service conductors between where they enter the building and the location of the service disconnect? |
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