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Today's CQD: Does the NEC have any requirements or the installation heights of switches and receptacles?
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Today's CQD: For Monday, 12/29 CQD – I think one concern would be if the pull down stairs meet the requirement of Readily Accessible. I do not think it does. They may need to contact their AHJ.
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Today's CQD: Is there a site where viewing past forum question and answer is possible?
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Today's CQD: Is it required by Code to connect all equipment grounding conductors together before connecting to devices? Does this requirement change if there are multiple circuits in one box?
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Today's CQD: I have always thought that the code calls for a receptacle at the panel in a one- or two-family dwelling but cannot find it the code book. Has it been taken out or was I just assuming?
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Today's CQD: Our apprenticeship class is discussing 358.24 (EMT) on acceptable bends in tubing. Would a 180 degree bend be acceptable as part of the total 360 degrees?
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Today's CQD: In a new house construction project, can the electrical panel be in a floored attic if the installation meets all minimum set backs, and has access by pull down stairs?
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Today's CQD: I saw a 10A rated, listed breaker from a major manufacturer the other day; why would anyone need a 10 instead of a 15A?
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Today's CQD: Clearance violations on panelboards in closets is nothing new to some establishments. If a customer used racks with wheels, is that allowed in the working space as long as it’s moveable?
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Today's CQD: I am retrofitting some 2x4 Type B troffer lights with LED lamps. The old fixtures did not have the orange, 2 conductor luminare disconnect. Do I need to add one for this type of install?
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Today's CQD: A customer wants outlets in his soffits for Christmas lights but doesn’t like the bulky in-use covers. I explained they’re required to protect the cord and he objected. What should I do?
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Today's CQD: Customer wants to add surveillance cameras in his parking lot, but there is no spare conduit for comms cabling. Since I can’t mix Class 2 or coax cables in these conduits, what can I do?
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Today's CQD: My friend wanted to add a subpanel in his attached garage. I helped by installing a main lug panel and fed a breaker for him. When the AHJ came out, he flagged it as noncompliant. Why?
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Today's CQD: I recently installed a new feeder, and the breaker had capabilities for remote access. This seems to me like a major security risk if not handled correctly. Should I be concerned?
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Today's CQD: I was on a job that had corrugated decking & EMT conduits running through the “pockets” above the top of the joists. I did the same. Inspector is telling me to re-route the conduit. Why?
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Today's CQD: I’m familiar with the requirement for a 120V, 15 or 20A outlet within 25 feet of HVAC equipment; are these receptacles for servicing a requirement anywhere else?
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Today's CQD: My apprentice was wiring up an exhaust fan in the bathroom where the guts mount separately. The apprentice said "wouldn’t this need GFCI protection?” I don’t think it does. Can you help?
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Today's CQD: I have a newly finished house with 200A service, and I'm trying to bring power to a small garage. I have four spare breaker spaces. How do I go about this?
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Today's CQD: Is it a code violation to install an 500 gallon LP Gas tank within 3’ of an electrical panel? It's not used for filling any other smaller tanks, and there are no openings under concern.
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Today's CQD: Working on a new visitors center at a regional airport. They are requesting electrical infrastructure to support maintenance equipment, but it’s only for display. How should I wire this?
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