To ensure that a swimming pool is in top shape and ready for a summer of fun, electrical systems need to be properly maintained and inspected.
As the amount of electrical work on or near pools rises, so also does the risk of major safety hazards, including arc flash.
There are no one-size-fits-all solutions to the ground fault-protected main circuit breaker issue. Diligent attention to the requirements in the NEC and the equipment in the existing installation is required.
Electrical Inspectors need to approach urgent care clinics differently than non-healthcare facilities like commercial buildings, such as meeting the requirements of NFPA 99.
Let’s examine the requirements regarding electrical equipment in service rooms per the National Building Code of Canada and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.
This table provides a collection of GFCI requirements for pools, spas, hot tubs, fountains, and other equipment found in both the IRC and the 2020 NEC.
One of the most critical methods in determining shock and arc flash hazards is always to remember to test before you touch your equipment.
Recommended practices for establishing safety and health programs and hazard identification in the construction industry.
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