Electrical Inspection PEC 2017 References

Insulation Resistance Test and Continuity Test

  • Insulation Resistance Test
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.3 (A)(4) & (8)
      1.10.1.3 Examination, Identification, Installation, Use, and Listing (Product Certification of Equipment.
      (A) Examination.
      (4) Electrical Insulation
      (8) Other factors that contribute to the practical safeguarding of persons using or likely to come in contact with the equipment
  • Continuity Test
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 5.50.2.8
      5.50.2.8 Testing.

Inspection Checklist (Light and Switches)

  • Check device terminals are tightened and secured
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (A)
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (A) Terminals.
  • Check loads are evenly proportioned among branch circuits
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.1.11 (B)
      2.10.1.11 Branch Circuits Required.
      (B) Load Evenly Proportioned Among Branch Circuits.
  • Check splicing connections are properly insulated
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (B)
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (B) Splices.
  • Check conductor temperature limitations are not violated
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (C), Article 4.10.6
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (C) Temperature Limitations.
      4.10.6 Wiring of Luminaires
  • Check heavy luminaires are securely supported
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.10.4
      4.10.4 Luminaires Supports.
  • Check connections of electric discharge lighting and LEDs
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.10.3.5
      4.10.3.5 Connection of Electric-Discharge Lighting and LED Luminaires.
  • Check lighting luminaires in the closet are approved type
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.10.2.7
      4.10.2.7 Luminaires in Clothes Closets.
  • Check luminaires in metallic enclosure are bonded to EGC (Equipment Grounding Conductors)
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.50.6.3 (J), Article 4.10.5
      2.50.6.3 Specific Equipment Fastened in Place (Fixed) or Connected by Permanent Wiring Methods.
      (J) Luminaires.
      4.10.5 Grounding
  • Check luminaires in bath or shower areas are outside prohibited zone
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.10.2.1
      4.10.2.1 Luminaires in Specific Locations.
  • Check luminaires in wet locations are appropriate
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.10.2.1 (A)
      4.10.2.1 Luminaires in Specific Locations.
      (A) Wet and Damp Locations
  • Check switches faceplates are installed appropriately
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.4.1.9 (A), Article 4.6.1.5 (D)
      4.4.1.9 Provisions for General-Use Snap Switches.
      (A) Faceplates.
      4.6.1.5 Receptacle Mounting.
      (D) Position of Receptacle Faces.
  • Conduct/Submit Continuity Test
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 5.50.2.8 (B)
      5.50.2.8 Testing.
      (B) Continuity and Operational Tests and Polarity Checks.
  • Conduct/Submit Ground Continuity Test
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.50
      2.50 Grounding and Bonding
  • Check the rating of lamp holders connected to branch circuit in excess of 20A
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.2.6 (A)
      2.10.2.6 Permissible Loads, Multiple-Outlet Branch Circuits.
      (A) 15 and 20 Ampere Branch Circuits.

Inspection Checklist (Receptacle Outlets)

  • Check all terminals are tightened and secured
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (A)
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (A) Terminals.
  • Check loads are evenly proportioned among branch circuits
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.1.11 (B)
      2.10.1.11 Branch Circuits Required.
      (B) Load Evenly Proportioned Among Branch Circuits.
  • Check splicing connections are properly insulated
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (B)
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (B) Splices.
  • Check receptacle rating with respect to branch circuit rating
    • PEC 2017 References: Table 2.10.2.4 (B)(3)
      Table 2.10.2.4 (B)(3) Receptacle Ratings for Various Size Circuits
  • Check receptacle outlet in damp location are GFCI protected
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.1.8
      2.10.1.8 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for Personnel.
  • Check all outlets are grounding type in required locations
    PEC 2017 References: Article 4.6.1.9
    4.6.1.9 Receptacles in Damp or Wet Locations.
  • Applying derating factor in raceway more than 3-conductors
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 3.10.2.6 (B)(3)(a)
      3.10.2.6 Ampacities for Conductors Rated 0-2000 Volts.
      (B) Tables.
      (3) Adjustment Factors.
      (a) More than Three Current-Carrying Conductors.
  • Check faceplates are installed appropriately
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.6.1.6,
      4.6.1.6 Receptacle Faceplates (Cover Plates).

Inspection Checklist (Panel Board)

  • Check all terminal lugs are tightened and secured
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (A)
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (A) Terminals.
  • Check loads are evenly proportioned among branch circuits
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.1.11 (B)
      2.10.1.11 Branch Circuits Required.
      (B) Load Evenly Proportioned Among Branch Circuits.
  • Check against splicing inside enclosure
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 3.12.1.8 (A)
      3.12.1.8 Switch and Overcurrent Device Enclosures.
      (A) Splices, Taps, and Feed-Through Conductors.
  • Check directory is accurate
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.8.1.4
      4.8.1.4 Field Identification Required.
  • Check manufacturer’s marking is legible on Overcurrent Protective Devices (OPD’s)
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.40.7.4
      2.40.7.4 Marking.
  • Check for GFCI protection in wet or dump location
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.1.8
      2.10.1.8 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection for Personnel.
  • Check compatibility of Circuit Breakers/Fuses and branch circuit conductors
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.40.1.4, Table 3.10.2.6 (B)(16)
      2.40.1.4 Protection of Conductors.
      Table 3.10.2.6 (B)(16) Allowable Ampacities of Insulated Conductors Rated Up to and Including 2000 Volts, 60°C Through 90°C, Not More Than Three Current-Carrying Conductors in RAceway, Cable, or Earth (Directly Buried), Based on Ambient Temperature of 30°C
  • Check rating of Overcurrent Protective Devices (OPD’s) for Lighting is not more than 30A
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.2.6 (A)
      2.10.2.6 Permissible Loads, Multiple-Outlet Branch Circuits.
      (A) 15 and 20 Ampere Branch Circuits.
  • Check rating of branch circuit supplying single receptacle
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.2.4 (B)
      2.10.2.4 Outlet Devices.
      (B) Receptacles.
  • Check main is provided for six branches or more
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.25.2.4
      2.25.2.4 Maxim Number of Disconnects.
  • Check multiwire branch circuits are provided with means to open OPD simultaneously
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.10.1.4
      2.10.1.4 Multiwire Branch Circuits.
  • Check dead front cover is properly fitted
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 4.8.3.9
      4.8.3.9 Enclosure.
  • Check vacant Circuit Breaker slots are covered
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 3.12.1.5 (A)
      3.12.1.5 Cabinets, Cutout Boxes, and Meter Socket Enclosures.
      (A) Openings to Be Closed.

Inspection Checklist (Meter Center and Feeders)

  • Check all lugs are tightened and secured
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (A)
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (A) Terminals.
  • Check labelling or directory is provided
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.25.2.8
      2.25.2.8 Identification.
  • Check overcurrent protective devices are “indicating”
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.40.7.2, Article 2.40.3.1 (B), Article 1.10.1.22
      2.40.7.2 Indicating.
      2.40.3.1 Enclosures, General.
      (B) Operating Handle.
      1.10.1.22 Identification of Disconnecting Means.
  • Check overcurrent protective devices rating are compatible with feeders
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.15.1.3, Article 2.40.1
      2.15.1.3 Overcurrent Protection.
      2.40.1 Overcurrent Protection, General.
  • Check markings of overcurrent protective devices are legible
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.40.7.2
      2.40.7.2 Indicating.
  • Check location of overcurrent devices is accessible
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.40.2.4 (A)
      2.40.2.4 Location in or on Premises.
      (A) Accessibility.

Inspection Checklist (Service Entrance and Equipment)

  • Check all lugs are tightened and secured
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 1.10.1.15 (A)
      1.10.1.15 Electrical Connections
      (A) Terminals.
  • Check permanent markings of service equipment on enclosure
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.30.5.5, Article 1.10.1.21
      2.30.5.5 Marking.
      1.10.1.21 Marking.
  • Check overcurrent protective devices of service equipment is indicating
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.30.6.8
      2.30.6.8 Indicating.
  • Conduct overcurrent devices connected in series with grounded srvice conductor shall be simultaneously open with all the Circuit Breakers
    • PEC 2017 References: Article 2.30.7.1
      2.30.7.1 Service Equipment-Overcurrent Protection, Where Required.

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