RedVector
RV-11542
2020 NEC Changes: Wiring and Protection
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Describe the function of and changes related to Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI’s)
- Identify new requirements associated with AFCI and Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) reconditioning
- Discuss the requirement concerning common supply equipment and multiple feeders
- Describe the revised requirements associated with dwelling unit receptacle outlets at countertops, peninsulas, work surfaces, wall spaces, outdoors, basements, garages and accessory buildings
- Examine the changes associated with receptacles in area where equipment requires servicing
- Identify the revision concerning lighting outlets and wall mounted control devices
- Discuss the expanded requirements concerning feeders, including temporarily installed feeders
- Explain the load calculation revisions for both dwelling and non-dwelling units
- Examine the expanded allowances for outdoor feeders and common supply equipment
- Explain the expansion of barriers associated with service equipment
- Describe the new requirement for dwelling unit surge protection
- Identify the changes to the service disconnect rules
- Identify new requirements associated with overcurrent device reconditioning
- Discuss changes made to arc-energy reduction requirements
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Vincent Della Croce
Vince started his electrical career in IBEW Local Union #3, New York City, as a helper and progressed to journeyman and foreman electrician before relocating to Florida. He became licensed as a master electrician in the State of Florida in 1993 and operated a successful electrical contracting business. Vince is also licensed by the State of Florida as a residential and commercial building & electrical inspector and plans examiner. He is certified by ICC as a residential and commercial electrical inspector and plans examiner. Vince holds an Associates degree in Electronic Engineering and Electrical Maintenance Technology from Penn Foster College. Vince currently works for eti Conformity Services as a Resident Compliance Specialist. For 11 years prior to joining eti Conformity Services he was employed by the City of Port St. Lucie as a building inspector and plans examiner. During that time he also taught first year electrical apprentice class at Indian River State College. Vince is the IAEI Florida Chapter Education Chairman, an IAEI Florida Chapter Board of Director, and IAEI Southern Section Assistant Secretary Treasurer. He also sits on UL STP Panels 4 AC & MC Cable, 248 Fuses, 414 Meters, and 857 Busways. Vince is a principal member of NFPA 70 CMP 7 and alternate member of CMP 12.
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