| | | | | | In the first Moving Violations video of 2024, Russ encounters two white wires lying on the ground outside. These wires are in violation of Sec. 300.3(A) because, generally speaking, single conductors have to be installed in a Chapter 3 wiring method. Additionally, the installation violates Sec. 200.7(A) and Sec. 406.9(B)(1). Watch the video to learn... |
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| | | | Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question. Is the cover of a disconnect switch for an air conditioner condensing unit required to be lockable? |
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| | | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the dangers that can accompany improper wiring of flexible cords and cables that must comply with installations per Art. 400. |
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| | | | In Episode 34 of EC&M Tech Talk, Electrical Trainer Randy Barnett covers three main points when it comes to earth resistance, also known as ground resistance. |
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| | | Article 501 provides the requirements for Class I Hazardous Locations. These are locations (buildings, areas within buildings, or areas outside of buildings) where combustible gas is present or may be present. If it is (or may be) present under normal conditions, the location is Division 1. If it is (or may be) present under abnormal conditions, the... |
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| | | Fill in the blank. Two or more _____ small-appliance branch circuits shall be provided to supply power for receptacle outlets in the dwelling unit kitchen, dining room, breakfast room, pantry, or similar dining areas. |
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| | | Sharing real-world tips, tricks and best practices from the field |
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| | | This is another X/Code because plumbers (and other trades) often place their equipment inside the electrical equipment’s dedicated space, which might not be a code violation for them, but it is a violation of the NEC, and in this case also the plumbing code. |
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| | | How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Hint: Exterior ENT installation. |
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| | | Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging Q&A from Code Consultant Mike Holt. What is the NEC requirement for expansion fittings on PVC raceways? |
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| | | To celebrate the end of 2023 and the first edition of the MRO Insider e-newsletter of 2024, we are highlighting five of the most popular MRO-related items from 2023, listed in no particular order. Click through the slides to see which articles our readers found most interesting, and check out the MRO section of the site for more maintenance-related... |
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| | | Take this quiz about winter safety and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon! |
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