- Call for Technical Articles and Expert Reviewers for IAEI Publications
Contribute to the Advancement of Electrical Safety and Standards - Being Safe While Building Green
Can the addition of energy-efficient electrical equipment and renewable energy sources influence electrical safety or an electrical inspector’s tasks? - Does a UL-Certified (Listed) Industrial Control Panel Certification (Listing) Cover the Equipment That It Controls?
Question Recently, I was conducting a plan review for a large factory and distribution center that utilized several pieces of robotic equipment and industrial machines. Some of the equipment and machines only had a Certified (Listed) enclosed industrial control panel and no other Certification (Listing). Does a UL Certification for an enclosed industrial control panel… Read more: Does a UL-Certified (Listed) Industrial Control Panel Certification (Listing) Cover the Equipment That It Controls? - Protecting Employees from Electrical Arc-Flash Hazards
Ensuring Electrical Safety: A Comprehensive Guide to Arc Flash Hazards and OSHA Standards - The Evolution of Electrical Services in the National Electrical Code®
Let’s explore the history of service definitions and the industry’s shifting understanding of what constitutes a service to inspire future discussions. - History of Marina Ground-Fault Protection
Advancing Electrical Safety: Tackling ESD Incidents in Marinas Through NEC Updates - Workplace Injury & Fatality Statistics (2011-2023)
The most recent data covers 2011-2023 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and OSHA. It was compiled in January of 2025. - High-Performance Building — Key Trends in Energy, Electrification, and Wellness
Transforming Commercial Spaces: The Evolution of High-Performance Buildings for a Sustainable Future - Does Artificial Intelligence (AI) put a strain on the US power grid?
As we implement AI, the increased demands on our strained power grid are a concern as the need for data systems and dedicated substations grow. - Additional questions (and answers) on installation of conductors in parallel sets, on underground installation and on termination of conductors inside the electrical equipment.
As a follow-up to prior articles on underground installations of conductors, the author addresses further questions stemming from the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code). - NEMA Debuts First Two Product Specifications Developed Under Its “Make it American” Program
Resources Will Assist Electrical Manufacturers and the Marketplace to Identify Products that Meet Domestic Content Requirements - The Beauty and Danger of Solar Storms: From Mesmerizing Northern Lights to Extended Power Outages
Preparing for a solar superstorm requires not only scientific understanding but also significant resources and strategic planning to protect our increasingly technology-dependent world. - Modern Ways to Extend the Reach of Power and Data Delivery and Impact on Cabling Infrastructure
By Antoine Pelletier, Project Engineer, Intertek It is great to be given the opportunity to write in the IAEI magazine again. In my first article in the January/February 2022 edition, I wrote about Power Over Ethernet (PoE) and its standardization ecosystem. This previous article revolved around the “traditional” PoE delivery over four (4) twisted pair… Read more: Modern Ways to Extend the Reach of Power and Data Delivery and Impact on Cabling Infrastructure - Did you know OSHA can help you keep safe from winter weather hazards?
OSHA has resources to help protect outdoor workers from exposure to extreme cold, injuries during snow removal, slipping on ice and other winter weather hazards. - Building Departments — The Face of the Community
Building departments, the most forward-facing department in a local government, have a lasting impact through their employees. - The Role of the Electrical Inspector
Just as a journeyman electrician teaches his trade to an apprentice, we seasoned electrical inspectors have a lot to offer those just beginning their careers as inspectors. - Protecting People who Live or Work in High-Rises
Learn about high-rise fire protection features and get resources to teach community residents about high-rise fire safety. - Other Codes for the Electrical Professional
The NEC is not the only code the electrical professional needs to be familiar with in order to install and/or inspect for a code-compliant installation. Let’s look at a few others. - Simplified Labeling for Class 2 Powered Multi-Housing Electric Signs
Question Is a UL Solutions sign section label required on each section/housing of a LED Class 2 powered multi section/housing sign? I understand there recently was a change to UL 48, the Standard for Electric Signs, that relaxed Certification/Listing Mark requirements for these types of signs. Why the change in labeling and what should I… Read more: Simplified Labeling for Class 2 Powered Multi-Housing Electric Signs - NFPA 70B: What the Change Means for Maintenance, Operations and Safety
The 2023 revision of NFPA 70B is bringing about a new era of electrical safety in the workplace. This standard sets official guidance for how to address electrical maintenance needs. - Electrical Room Basics
Frequently, people associate an electrical room with Article 110 of the National Electrical Code® (NEC®). More specifically, they associate it with Section 110.26. But is that accurate? The answer would be kind of.. Section 110.26 deals with what it calls working space about electrical equipment, not electrical rooms. After all, these rooms are sometimes used… Read more: Electrical Room Basics - The Importance of NEC 110.3 — Examination, Identification, Installation, Use, and Listing (Product Certification) of Equipment
Without the critical guidance found in NEC 110.3, AHJs and NRTLs would not be able to perform their reviews and inspections in the best interest of electrical safety. - Understanding the Impact of Update No. 1 to CSA C68.10-20 and CSA C68.5-20
An overview of how Update No.1 to CSA C68.10-20 and CSA C68.5-20 can impact your compliance efforts.
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Contribute to the Advancement of Electrical Safety and Standards
Can the addition of energy-efficient electrical equipment and renewable energy sources influence electrical safety or an electrical inspector’s tasks?
Ensuring Electrical Safety: A Comprehensive Guide to Arc Flash Hazards and OSHA Standards
Let’s explore the history of service definitions and the industry’s shifting understanding of what constitutes a service to inspire future discussions.
Advancing Electrical Safety: Tackling ESD Incidents in Marinas Through NEC Updates
The most recent data covers 2011-2023 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and OSHA. It was compiled in January of 2025.
Transforming Commercial Spaces: The Evolution of High-Performance Buildings for a Sustainable Future
As we implement AI, the increased demands on our strained power grid are a concern as the need for data systems and dedicated substations grow.
As a follow-up to prior articles on underground installations of conductors, the author addresses further questions stemming from the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code).
Resources Will Assist Electrical Manufacturers and the Marketplace to Identify Products that Meet Domestic Content Requirements
Preparing for a solar superstorm requires not only scientific understanding but also significant resources and strategic planning to protect our increasingly technology-dependent world.
OSHA has resources to help protect outdoor workers from exposure to extreme cold, injuries during snow removal, slipping on ice and other winter weather hazards.
Building departments, the most forward-facing department in a local government, have a lasting impact through their employees.