CodeWatch - Mar 28th, 2024
 
 
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CodeWatch

Keeping an eye on your most important electrical standard
 
How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Hint: Lousy liquidtight conduit installation.
Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question from Mike Holt. Fill in the blank. Backfill used for underground wiring shall not damage _____ or prevent adequate compaction of fill or contribute to corrosion.
Fill in the blank. Article _____ covers antenna systems for radio and television receiving equipment, amateur and citizen band radio transmitting and receiving equipment, and certain features of transmitter safety.
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 looks at Sec. 625.40 and the requirements for electric vehicle branch circuits. Listen now to learn all about the installation rules and requirements that surround EV branch circuits...
On behalf of the editorial staff of EC&M, we are excited to present the category winners of our 2024 Product of the Year competition! This short video, presented by Managing Editor Ellie Coggins, reveals the 30 category winners (listed in alphabetical order by category) who were selected by a panel of 13 industry expert judges. Congratulations to all...
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In Episode 42, we're back with Part 2 of our discussion with Rosendin's CEO Emeritus Mike Greenawalt and Edward Cota with Arizona's Department of Education and chief strategy officer and chairman of the Arizona Education Economic Commission. In today's section, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson continues this fascinating discussion with more information...
In this episode, Russ spotted a light fixture that was supported by rigid metal conduit. The installation did not comply with Sec. 314.23(F) because it only had one clip. In addition, the installation did not meet the requirements of Sec. 344.30 for securing and supporting. The result of these violations? Watch the video and see for yourself!
When discussing electrical safety, a question frequently asked by NETA technicians is, “When does troubleshooting end, and when does repair begin?” This question is often paired with, “What does 70E say about troubleshooting and repair?” We hope to make things clear for everyone in the field.
Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question. The minimum size plate used as a grounding electrode is _______.