The original patent for the “Electrical outlet for three-prong locking plugs,” filed in 1955 by Wilbur R Smith NEMA would recognize as 5-15(p/r) features a diagram of ground side up In hospitals the AHCA requires the ground prong up. Many…
Why Torque Matters
At Safe and Sound Electric we practice proper torque techniques. A lot of jobs we do for customers involve fixing outlets on the verge of causing a fire, serious property damage, and death. If your electrical system is failing with flickering lights, parts of the circuit that “Haven’t worked for years,” Or “Been that way for 50 years,” Or “Was that way when we moved in and its never made sense,” Call an Electrician Don’t make it on the list of Dumb Ways to Die
Electrical Currents Newsletter October 2021
Highlights of this month’s newsletter include: Rod Mutch is retiring! Inspector vacancies are up – response times may follow Trainees – get credit for hours worked under temporary allowances You submitted a form, why is it taking so long? Source: Electrical…
Electrical Currents Newsletter September 2021
Highlights of this month’s newsletter include: Temporary allowance for virtual basic trainee classes continue Temporary allowance continues for trainees to work while completing classroom training Fees for after-hours inspections When must a trainee submit experience hours to the department Source: Electrical…
Generator and Standby Power Systems NEC Guideline
I found this resource on Mike Holt’s website to be very helpful when producing a quote a customer wanted. Mike Holt Enterprises offers a lot of electrical training literature. This article and the guidelines deal with the nuances of the…
NEC 2020 Changes
National Electrical Code Changes in 2020 The 2020 National Electric Code includes requirement updates in four significant areas: surge protection, GFCI protection, firemen’s disconnect and solar power. Be familiar with the official NEC codes in your state. NEC 2020 includes…