While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

Each year, approximately 2,400 American children are injured by incidents involving electrical outlets. In a move to safeguard children and protect against outlet-related accidents, the 2008 National ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2011 NEC. Q. Are outdoor receptacles at a dwelling unit required to be tamper-resistant? A. Yes. According to 406.12, all non-locking type 15A and 20A, 125V ...

As a member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors, Keystone Chapter, and a member of the education committee, one of the objectives of our organization is to educate and promote ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2011 NEC. Q. What is the Code rule regarding enclosures that contain splices, taps, and feed-through conductors? A. Cabinets, cutout boxes, and meter socket ...