The case of the illegal hidden electrical system

Sept. 1, 2002
James Goodwin, a consulting electrical engineer with Castagnos-Goodwin and Associates in Houma, La., sent in this photo. This violation consists of three 3/0 AWG conductors and a 2 AWG neutral that was installed in plumbing pipe with two elbows. The installation, which has service conductors between the meter and panel, was found inside the exterior wall of a small retail store. Attention CEE News

James Goodwin, a consulting electrical engineer with Castagnos-Goodwin and Associates in Houma, La., sent in this photo. This violation consists of three 3/0 AWG conductors and a 2 AWG neutral that was installed in plumbing pipe with two elbows. The installation, which has service conductors between the meter and panel, was found inside the exterior wall of a small retail store.

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