| | | | | | Portable cords aren’t going away anytime soon. They have long been a critical part of maintenance and construction work, and when treated properly they are reliably safe. So how should you treat them? Here are some tips. |
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| | | | Workplace fires injure 5,000 people annually and kill 200. They are largely preventable. These tips will help you keep your workplace free from fire. Since about 20% of these fires are due to electrical causes, let’s address those first. |
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| | | | National Ladder Safety Month is observed every March. Begun by the American Ladder Safety Institute (ALI), the event raises awareness about ladder safety and encourages employers and their workers to engage in annual ladder safety training. In industrial settings, ladders and climbing are often integral to certain job functions, so safe practices are... |
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| | | | In this EC&M Tech Talk, Randy Barnett covers five topics regarding Energy Storage Systems (ESS). Article 706 Energy Storage Systems first appeared in the Code in 2017, though energy storage was around long before making it into the NEC. The video follows a logical format for understanding these systems and the basic requirements. |
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| | Sponsored | | When most homeowners think about preparing for a power outage, the packing list is simple: flashlight, candles, portable charger, first aid kit, bottled water, maybe a deck of playing cards… However, with home power generator sales on the rise, being “prepared” is a little more complex than simply stashing an emergency kit in the... |
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| | | OSHA cites Aludyne Columbus LLC with 22 serious violations and proposes $182K in penalties. |
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| | Sponsored | With a special focus for electrical professionals, the Facilities Expo has solutions for any building challenges you might face. Here you will learn from industry experts, network, and explore our solution packed exhibitor floor—all for free! |
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| | | Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode dives into the new Code section, Sec. 700.11, which addresses technologies like PoE and other emergency lighting systems that use Class 2 power. |
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| From the EC&M e-books library: Trainer Harold De Loach's best advice, tips, and tricks for anyone new to the trade |
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| | | In Episode 30 of “EC&M Asks,” a video series featuring subject matter experts (SMEs) answering reader-submitted questions regarding popular electrical topics, Ron Widup, vice chairman, board of directors, and senior advisor of technical services for Shermco Industries, covers best practices for electrical testing and maintenance on a budget. He shares... |
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| Take this quiz about ESS requirements and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon! |
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