Rules for hazardous (classified) locations can be found in Chapter 5 [Special Occupancies] of the National Electrical Code (NEC). What are these specific locations, and why is the word “classified” in ...

Part I of any NEC Article provides the general requirements for that Article. But if Art. 110 provides the general requirements that apply to all electrical ...

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Electrical safety on construction sites continues to be a major issue. While progress has been made over the years, electrical accidents continue to rank high on the list of construction accidents. In ...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) today launched its Certified Electrical Inspector (CEI) certification for electrical inspectors interested in enhancing their understanding of key ...

More than half of the 45,000 annual electrical fires occur between December and February. The causes of electrical fires can range from damaged wiring and space heaters to outdoor and indoor holiday ...