In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 9" by Mark Lamendola. This episode examines Sec. 110.14 and the general requirements for electrical connections.

EC&M Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Parson, discusses “2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors” with subject matter expert Chad Kennedy, Director of Industry Standards for Schneider Electric. In this final piece of three video interviews, we’ll explore several key NEC revisions around microgrids and critical systems — and the new NEC rules that help keep them safe and dependable. The video highlights new rules designed to improve safety, reliability, and the integration of distributed energy resources (DERs) into building electrical systems, as well as major code changes including updates to NEC 705.11, 705.20, and 705.32. We also discuss how critical-system requirements have been revised in several key areas, including bypass and isolation for emergency transfer equipment (700.6), microgrid/DER interconnection equipment for emergency power (700.12(F)), and enhanced protection of conductors for critical systems. This Code Conversation explains the revised requirements for microgrids, critical systems, source connections, disconnecting means, and ground-fault protection to improve safety, reliability, and maintainability in modern electrical installations.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss how the 2023 NEC addressed hazards associated with the growing (no pun intended) horticultural lighting industry. Learn all about these Code revisions and what's to come in future Code cycles.

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 8" by Mark Lamendola. This episode looks at Sec. 110.13, which provides the requirements for the mounting and cooling of equipment. 

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss revisions in the 2023 NEC to Sec. 210.8(D)." Russ breaks down how this section has changed and expanded, and discusses the five new appliances that now require GFCI protection.

EC&M Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Parson, discusses “2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors” with subject matter expert Chad Kennedy, Director of Industry Standards for Schneider Electric.

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 7" by Mark Lamendola, which discusses Sec. 110.12, the famous “mechanical execution of work” part of the NEC.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss a new Section (Sec. 225.41) that was added to the 2023 NEC that requires outside emergency disconnects for feeders supplied to one- and two-family dwelling units.

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 6" by Mark Lamendola, which discusses Sec. 110.10.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc contemplate a common concept that can sometimes cause confusion. When is ampacity not really ampacity?

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 5" by Mark Lamendola. Mark continues from where we left off with Sec. 110.3.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc take close look at the NEC requirements for communication outlets and where confusion can come into play. Russ explores the history of communications outlets in the NEC and discusses what a "communication outlet" even is. 

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 4" by Mark Lamendola. Mark dives into Sec. 110.3, which examination and identification, installation and use, and listing.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the NEC’s evolving requirements for ceiling fans and what that means for installers.

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 3" by Mark Lamendola. Mark explains what “approved” means in the NEC, and what exactly the AHJ is.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss wireless and battery-powered switches. Russ also talks about how a recent Tentative Interim Amendment (TIA) revised wording for the second sentence of Sec. 210.70.

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 2" by Mark Lamendola. Discover why Art. 110 of the National Electrical Code contains a Part I with general requirements.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the Sec. 314.29 requirements regarding LB type conduit bodies and where confusion can creep in.

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 1" by Mark Lamendola. Learn about the scope of Art. 110 of the National Electrical Code and what it pertains to.

In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about when barriers are required for feeder terminations.