![]() The additional guidance is needed to clarify the current electrical code for these situations. A licensed will have spent years of studying and practicing the NEC requirements prior to obtaining their license.The Deactivation and Decommissioning (D&D) customized extension of the electrical code standard defined by National Electrical Code was developed since current engineering standards and code requirements do not adequately address the unique situations arising during D&D activities at (DOE) facilities. This has led to the NEC becoming the standard set of electrical requirements. ![]() This creates a system whereby a city can best avoid lawsuits by adopting a single, standard set of building code laws. This liability and the desire to protect residents has motivated cities to adopt and enforce that specify standards and practices for systems (as well as other departments such as water and fuel-gas systems). Those who fail to adhere to well known best practices for safety have been held negligent. However, no court has faulted anyone for using the latest version of the NEC, even when the local code was not updated.In the, anyone, including the city issuing building permits, may face a civil for negligently creating a situation that results in loss of life or property. ![]() As with any 'uniform' code, jurisdictions may regularly omit or modify some sections, or add their own requirements (sometimes based upon earlier versions of the NEC, or locally accepted practices).
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