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Fountains by Robert M. Milatovich Since fountains were added to Article 680 in 1975, the Code has developed many requirements that allow dramatic lighting while keeping fountains safe.

A New Breakthrough in Electrical Safety Proves Itself by Arthur "Bud" Botham As the production crew of the Titanic embarked upon the creation of the most complex motion picture in history, they were faced with a safety problem as old as harnessed electrical power itself. This is a story about the challenges and about a new solution. Taking the Guesswork Out of Selecting and Maintaining Molded Case Circuit Breakers by NEMA Here's a quick look at two NEMA standards that provide a wealth of information to help users and specifiers select and maintain circuit breakers. Charge! EVs Power Up for the Long Haul  by Craig B. Toepfer By making standardized charging stations as common and as safe as gas stations, the electric-vehicle industry hopes to drive itself into transportation's mainstream.

Electrical Inspector Certification Program in the United States by Philip H. Cox, CEO/Executive Director Certification is an important step in the progression of becoming a truly professional, highly trained and skilled electrical inspector. The Canadian Section of the IAEI promotes an inspector certification program in Canada and operates separately from its counterpart in the United States. An article on the Canadian Electrical Inspector Certification Program is scheduled for a later date. Canadian Code: Changes in the Canadian Electrical Code (1998): Sections 18 and 20  by Leslie Stoch Sections 18 and 20 of the Canadian Electrical Code define hazardous locations and specify the types of electrical equipment and wiring methods acceptable in areas where flammable or explosive materials are handled, stored or produced. Other Code: An Inspector's Most Common Hazardous Conditions  by David C. Young, PE I spend a lot of time inspecting electric supply facilities for hazardous conditions and violations of the National Electrical Safety Code® (NESC®).  UL Question Corner  (pdf) by Underwriters Laboratories The “UL Question Corner” answers questions of general interest that are sent in from authorized government inspectors and we believe will have interest for many inspectors. A Closer Look: Article 695—Fire Pumps by Robert C. Duncan Article 695 first appeared in the 1996 National Electrical Code, it covers the electrical construction and installation portion for Fire Pumps. The performance, maintenance and testing requirements are in NFPA 20.

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