Every prominent official of one of the electrical inspectors’ associations has frankly asked this question, What does the electrical industry think of the electrical inspector?
The Code requires selective coordination for all supply-side overcurrent protective devices in the circuits to a limited number of life-safety related loads.
Unfortunately, people who do not fully understand the hazards of electrical safety often have difficulty comprehending the importance of the inspector’s responsibilities in electrical and building safety and in conformance assessment. This article examines electrical inspections and the indispensable role of the inspector.