2023 NEC® Changes: General Use Equipment

Are you up to code? This interactive online course covers updates made to general use equipment in the 2023 National Electrical Code®. In this course, we’ll discuss revisions made to Articles 410, 422, 426, 430, 440, 445, 450, and 480. Notable changes include the addition of a new part to Article 410 addressing germicidal irradiation luminaires and new restrictions added to Article 440. Article 445 clarifies the requirements for the generator’s disconnecting means and reviews the signage requirements for the generator’s emergency shutdown device, and “transformer” is now defined and enforced through Article 450.

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Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Discuss the requirements for the disconnection of LED drivers in 410.71
  • Explain what the new Part XVII of Article 410 covers
  • Recall the requirements for flexible cords in 422.16
  • List the requirements in 422.18 for ceiling fans
  • Recall the requirements for GFPE in 426.28 for snow melting and deicing equipment
  • Discuss the reconditioning of motors in 430.2
  • Describe the clearance requirements of 440.8
  • List the requirements for the protection of live parts in 440.11
  • Explain the clearance requirements of 440.14
  • List the requirements in 445.18 for generator disconnects
  • Discuss the prime mover shutdown requirements in 445.19
  • Explain the revised definition and Article scope for transformers in Article 100 and Article 450 and
  • Describe the revised scope of Article 480

Specs

Course Level Intermediate
Languages English
Compatibility Audio, Video, MobileReady, Responsive

Ryan Jackson

Ryan Jackson is a combination inspector in the Salt Lake City, Utah, area. He began his career as a carpenter while in high school, and began doing electrical work at the age of 18. At the age of 23 Ryan landed his first job as an electrical inspector, and subsequently became certified in building, plumbing, and mechanical inspection, as well as building and electrical plan review. Two years after becoming an inspector, he was approached by a friend in the area asking him to fill in at an electrical seminar for him. After his first class he was hooked, and is now a highly sought after seminar instructor. Ryan has taught in several states, and loves helping people increase their understanding of the Code.

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