2011 National Electrical Code Changes

I think the worst code change is having to add ur own support. To secure wire above a ceiling grid.shouldn't. U also have to support the luminaire as well.in fact,why not just use the support wires that support the grid. Most of the code changes are a waste of time and money.

I just want to know why it took so long for them to come up with this stuff.we went to the moon in 69 and now they just figured out how to support wire above a ceiling!

Changes for conduit is it true no more 1/2" conduit can b used.

Is there a code requirement for using a GCFI for sump pumps and/or ejectors in basements? Also is it required for clothes washers?

The fire safety code requires the use of our own grid wires. To make sure lights don't fall out of the ceiling onto the fire fighters head. Sucks but makes sense. If you install a breaker lock on the circuits so they can be switched off at the same time, so there isnt any unbalanced neutral loads so you can work the circuit safely. Again common sense. Most of the code is written to protect people other than electricians.

Anyone can become involved in the code change process. There are multiple organizations you can join. Every year thousands of people work hard to try and make the code as good as it can get, and every year we realize it’s not perfect. If you do not try and make a difference you have no right to complain. If you really want to try and make a difference join a group and get involved. Everyone acts like they have no control over these changes. If you sit on the sidelines all your life and just watch you will never be anything more than a spectator!

If a home sustained water damages to the electrical box and flooded basement and all floors does the National Code require that all wiring to the entier house be replaced?

when do have to change from t12 tubes to t 5 for ballast