| | | | | | How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Hint: Ragged, rotten, and rusty. |
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| | | | Fill in the blank. Type NM cable shall be protected from physical damage by _____. |
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| | | | With American consumers increasingly favoring energy efficient, all-electric homes, it’s important for electrical contractors to help their customers understand best practices for electrical safety and technology in residential construction and renovation projects. With that in mind, a task force of electrical experts with the National Electrical Manufacture... |
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| | Sponsored | | Stay up to date with the latest safety guidance and expert strategies. Learn practical ways to improve compliance, reduce hazards, and promote a safer, more proactive workplace. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. Portable carnival or circus structures shall be maintained not less than _____ in any direction from overhead conductors operating at 600V or less. |
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| | Sponsored | Join EC&M’s Code Change Conference this December in Seattle or January in Boston. Two days of expert-led training to keep electricians, contractors, inspectors, and engineers up to speed on major NEC updates. |
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| | | For this “Members Only Quiz”, we decided to test your NEC knowledge on grounding and bonding performance requirements. This is an important and popular topic for our readers. The five-question quiz offers a chance to either learn more about these requirements or to refresh yourself. |
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| | Sponsored | With a focus on electrical products and services, the Facilities Expo ties together all aspects of facilities engineering, MRO, and green buildings. Register for free to explore our solution packed exhibitor floor, learn from industry experts, and network! |
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| | | Take a look at some of the innovative project photos sent in by Top 50 companies this year, representing the diverse scope of work that helped many of them reach record revenue levels in 2024. Photos are shown in alphabetical order by company name. |
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| Check out the location for this service disconnect. Doesn’t look readily accessible, does it? To access the service disconnect would most likely require a ladder, which means it doesn’t meet the definition of “readily accessible” and violates Sec. 230.70(A)(1). Do you agree with Russ’s assessment? |
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| | | It's almost time for thousands of electrical professionals to gather at one of the most important industry events of the year — the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) Convention and Trade Show. This year's event takes place from September 12 - 15 at the McCormick Place West Convention Center in Chicago. If you’re planning on attending... |
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| True or false? Metal heating duct is never permitted to be installed above a 2500A service switchgear. |
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