Hint: Look out below
I hope the piping installed above this panelboard does not develop any leaks. Liquids dripping or flowing into energized electrical equipment could result in catastrophic failure. As specified in Sec. 110.26(E)(1), the space above this panelboard enclosure is dedicated for the electrical installation and must be kept clear of any foreign systems for at least 6 ft directly above the equipment or until the structural ceiling, whichever is lower. The area above the dedicated space is permitted to contain foreign systems, provided some type of protection is installed to prevent damage to the electrical equipment from condensation, leaks, or breaks in the foreign systems. The drip pan or leak protection apparatus itself is not permitted to be installed in the dedicated space either.
About the Author
Russ LeBlancRuss LeBlanc
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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.
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