The new Informative Annex K in the back of the NEC covers the use of Medical Electrical Equipment in the home. It suggests a warning label on ________ to not overload the circuit. (There has been an increase in at home patient care and the use of electrical dependent equipment.)

Changes were made describing Type IV construction which now includes _________. (These construction types can determine allowable wiring methods.)

The 2023 NEC has created a new Table entitled Equipment Suitable for Hazardous Classified Locations. Approved equipment for a Class I, Division 1 location includes ________.

For Chapter 8 communication circuits, primary and secondary protectors are devices that provide protection to sensitive communication equipment by limiting current below the current carrying capacity. They are now required to ________.

Communication System (Chapter 8) wires and cables shall be copper and have a voltage rating of ________ minimum. (These hybrid power and communication cables have also been relocated to the General Requirements article to avoid confusion.)

Chapter 8 and Article 800 are known to stand on their own. The definitions from Article 100 ________ to Chapter 8. (The NEC continues to consolidate the common requirements from other Chapter 8 articles here to serve as a placeholder for those redundant requirements.)

Optical Fiber Cables are now required to be installed and protected from physical damage like NMB cable (Romex) with nail plates in accordance with ________. (Although there is no shock hazard, some fiber cable can be critical for life safety.)

A new list item was added to allow a fire alarm branch circuit for a Power Limited Fire Alarm (PLFA) to be ________. (This is already a common practice in the industry.)

Fire Alarm circuits shall be supported by hardware including ________.

Energy Management System equipment that supplies a branch circuit, feeder or service shall be ________.

If an Energy Management System malfunctions, the EMS ________. (No malfunctions please.)

An Energy Management System (EMS) shall be ________. (These are becoming very popular.)

The new Class 4 Fault Managed Power Systems are not limited by amperage, but there is a wire size limitation of ________. (Receptacles will not output power until a digital handshake is made with the receiver preventing electricity at the receptacle when not in use.)

The new Class 4 Fault Managed Power Systems jacketed cables are permitted to be in the same raceway with ________.

When the new Class 4 power systems are allowed to enter the same enclosure as electric light and power to interconnect them, they must be separated by a minimum of ________. (Class 4 wiring methods have the potential to make electricity so safe that electrical fires and shock deaths would plummet.)

With the new Class 4 power systems, generally, the cables and conductors shall not be placed in any enclosure or raceway with ________. (Also goes be Digital Electricity, Pulsed Power, Packet Energy, and Smart Transfer Systems. There are smart phones, smart TVs, they say it is time for smart electricity that may one day replace your service panel and wiring.)

The new Class 4 Article for Power Systems shall be supplied from a power source voltage output of not more than ________. (The higher voltage leads to lower current and smaller conductor sizes compared to 120-volt systems leading to a “greener” construction project.)

New Article 726 for Class 4 power systems is limited to ________. (There have already been many “Digital Electricity” installations made in the USA.)

A new Article for Class 4 Power systems differs from Class 1, 2 and 3, by ________. (Limits energy including by human contact.)

There has been clarification and rewording about bundling of Class 2 and Class 3 low voltage power limited circuit cables that transmit power and data. The cable (s) ________.

Now________ only covers Class 2 and Class 3 Power Limited Circuits including Power Limited Remote Control and Signaling Circuits that are not an integral part of a device or of utilization equipment.

A new article was created for Class 1 control circuits with all the requirements relocated there. A Class 1 circuit shall be supplied from a source with a rated output of no more than ________. (These circuits are not typically recognized as power limited and they thought they should not be in Article 725 with Class 2 and 3 circuits like they were.)

New Article ________ covers Power Limited Circuits including Power Limited Remote Control and Signaling Circuits when they are not part of a device or utilization equipment.

In this new Article 722 common cabling requirements previously found in Articles 725, 760, and 770 of the NEC were combined into this single location. Cables shall be installed ________. (In future additions of the code there are plans for much more consolidation.)

Generally, the required disconnecting means for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) shall be readily accessible ________. (Some ESS’s are small enough to be in storage containers.)

An updated code section requires that an Energy Storage System (ESS) be properly maintained and shall ________. (Is this enforceable?)

An Energy Storage System (such as a battery backup) shall now be commissioned upon installation, _________. (Not just tested as before.)

A code section was modified to clarify that a system disconnect is always required for a source system and that a single disconnect shall ________ disconnect multiple power sources. (Such as PV, wind, fuel cells and energy storage systems.)

Energy Management Systems (EMS) have been added to Article 705 for interconnected electric production sources. The EMS shall ________ on the busbars and conductors supplied by the PCS. (Used to toggle between the paralleled sources to be the most efficient use of these multiple sources.)

Service conductors connected to Interconnected Electric Power Productions Sources disconnecting means shall not be smaller than ________. (This section has been completely revised and applies to systems interconnected with new or existing services.)

For other than one- and two-family dwelling units with an Optional Standby System (such as a generator), a sign shall be placed at the ________ that indicates the location of each permanently installed, on-site source disconnect.

The Legally Required Standby Systems shall _______ to occupy the same raceway, and junction boxes with other general wiring. (Legally required standby loads such as heating, ventilation, smoke removal, sewage disposal, and lighting systems.)

For emergency systems, unit equipment emergency lights used for egress must be on the same circuit ahead of any switches unless ________. (If the main does not trip, but the emergency lighting branch circuit does, will the exit and bug eyes no longer come on?)

On site multiple emergency system sources such as PV, wind, energy storage system, and fuel cells shall ________ to be connected to a microgrid system. (If this is done, non-emergency loads must be isolated from emergency loads during an emergency.)

All Emergency Power Supply Systems (EPSS) shall have the capacity to supply and maintain the total load for a minimum period of ________ without being refueled or recharged. (Previously it was only 1.5 hours.)

Separation of low voltage Class 2 circuits used to power emergency lighting systems from nonemergency circuits ________. (New emergency lighting systems include Power over Ethernet (POE) and low power LED luminaires.)

Emergency back up lighting systems powered by low voltage Class 2 wiring installations are now addressed. These emergency backup circuits when installed in a raceway shall be identified at intervals not to exceed ________.

For an Emergency System, the temporary generator source of power connection point shall be field labeled ________. (To help prevent incorrect connections to the source. Neutrals floated verses bonded.)

For an Emergency System, the temporary generator source of power connection point shall be ________. (Also, to help assure that egress remains unimpeded.)

When an optional emergency back up system is installed, it shall be commissioned with a witness test by ________ and periodically afterward. (Not just tested as before.)

Reconditioning of transfer switches is ________ for emergency systems, legally required and optional standby systems. (There was uncertainty that a reconditioned transfer switch would operate in emergency conditions without testing to destruction.)

A listed surge protection device’s surge protection shall be installed in or on a fire pump controller. An exception to the general rule is ________. (This was only in NFPA 20 before. These units have a lot of electronics in them now. Research showed that 12% of fire pumps tested had damage due to voltage surges.)

A special requirement for the new NEC Article for Large-Scale PV Electric Supply Stations is that the station shall be monitored ________. (A 50-megawatt PV system produces about the equivalent of 25,000 residential PV systems.)

The NEC Article for Large-Scale PV Electric Power Production covers the installation of PV electric production facilities generating no less than ________. (Article 690 for PV Systems fell apart with large systems.)

Identification of Photovoltaic Systems (PV) that have a required rapid shutdown system shall have permanent labels installed with ________. (The fire fighters had a lot of political power serving on Panel 4. They wanted simple label language and a detailed roof diagram. The universal standard is yellow for caution and red for danger.)

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System DC circuits that exceed 30 volts or ________ shall be provided with DC ground fault detector interrupter protection (GFDI). (To reduce fire hazards.)

Photovoltaic (PV) System DC circuits that are over 1000 volts DC have limitations; they shall have a maximum voltage of ________.

There are now conditions where Solar Photovoltaic DC and AC circuit conductors can be installed and occupy the same junction box. They must be identified, separated, and grouped at intervals not to exceed ________. (This change was made to provide relief where inverters are installed with wireways.)

The requirement for a disconnecting means for isolating Solar Photovoltaic (PV) equipment has changed. If the disconnecting means is not within ________ or within sight, it shall be lockable. (This one could lead to some enforcement confusion.)

Where a disconnecting means of a Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System operates above ________ and installed at a readily accessible location, is accessible to unqualified persons with a hinged cover exposing live parts, it will now require the disconnecting means to be locked.

Options were revised for rapid shutdown for Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems. One option requires the reduction of the voltage with the array to a maximum of 80 volts DC or less within ________. (To limit shock hazard for firefighters by limiting voltage.)

The rapid shutdown requirement for Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems does not apply to ________. (Where the firefighting operations do not require roof access.)

The required rapid shutdown initiation device for a Photovoltaic System for a one-family dwelling shall be located ________.

Photovoltaic (PV) System DC circuits ________ one-family dwellings shall have a maximum voltage of 600 volts or less.

Photovoltaic (PV) System DC circuits on any type of building other than a one- and two-family dwelling shall have a maximum voltage of ________.

A new sub section has been added concerning PV equipment floating on bodies of water. This equipment shall utilize wiring methods ________.

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Electronic Power Converters shall now be listed ________.

New simplified illustrations using new and revised definitions were added to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems that identify system ________ and conductors. (The term PV output has been replaced with PV source.)

Generally, all outlets supplying all permanently installed non submersible pump motors for water fountains shall have ________. (The larger systems such as in Los Vegas were addressed.)

A section was revised to specifically address non submersible fountain pumps. Outlets supplying all permanently installed pump motors are required to be provided with GFCI protection unless they are ________. (Referred to as centrifugal pumps, they can provide more pressure.)

A new sub section has clarified the portion of a splash pad in a swimming pool area that is required to comply with the equipotential bonding requirements. The boundary of this area is to be considered ________. (An effort to identify that termination point.)

For a water fountain, if a conductor is used for bonding, it shall now be a minimum ________. (The size was not mentioned before.)

Generally, all spas and hot tubs shave have ________ protection complying with 680.5. (Not sure if SPGFCI is currently available for this application.)

Except for ________, an emergency shutoff is required for a spa or hot tub. (There was confusion on this, so it was clarified.)

All receptacles for a commercial swimming pool for a 480-volt pump motor shall have ________ protection. Not uncommon 20 mA but follow the instructions. Some require an additional larger equipment grounding conductor.)

When a swimming pool pump motor is ________, the pump motor shall be provided with GFCI protection. (Reworded so now for any reason)

Equipment that is listed for pool and spa use ________ for use in pool and spa corrosive environments.

Revisions for Swimming Pools address the corrosion resistance of wiring methods needed where chemicals are stored. ________ is resistant to these corrosive environments. (If the entire circuit is not in that corrosive environment; this would only apply to the portion that is. These wiring methods assure a good grounding path.)

The wiring methods for a corrosive environment for swimming pools are limited but it does include ________. (In the past raceway systems were required for pools regardless of the environment.)

Another change for swimming pool equipment rooms, vaults, or pits with equipment is a new requirement for ________ in that space. (For installers and maintenance personnel.)

A change for swimming pool equipment rooms, vaults, or pits with equipment ________ or to be suitable for submersion. (Addresses a concern related to the risk of water rising over the electrical equipment.)

Underground wiring is permitted within a maximum of 5 feet horizontally from the inside wall of a Swimming Pool if it is one of the wiring methods ________. (Underground wiring is not allowed under the pool unless used for pool equipment.)

The ampacity of the branch circuit conductors and the rating or settings of the overcurrent protective devices for electric pool water heaters shall be sized ________. (Now addressing more recently used heat pumps and chiller equipment.)

The minimum clearances for ________ not in a raceway over Swimming Pools shall comply with the provisions of Article 680. (Typically, 22.5 feet.)

The code section for swimming pool feeders and branch circuit grounding and bonding was changed and re-formatted for clarity by stating that if these conductors are installed in a corrosive or wet environment, an insulated equipment grounding conductor is required with a minimum size of ________. (See also the new definition of a corrosive environment.)

The NEC clarified when SPGFCI protection for swimming pools on branch circuits operating at voltages above 150 volts to ground. The SPGFCI protection shall not exceed ________ ground fault trip current. (To address 277- and 480-volt pumps.)

The scope for Industrial Machinery added required ________ for those machines that utilize safety circuits. (Ensures worker safety by making sure safety circuits remain operational.)

In an area where welders are being used, ________ shall now be GFCI protected. (Justification came from a college with sweaty students in confined spaces facing additional risks.)

Bidirectional Electrical Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) are ________ to be part of interconnected power systems operating in an island mode condition. (Your home or the grid taking power back from your rig.)

Substantiation was received that led to the addition of ________ receptacles to the list of permitted amperages for portable electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). (In the interest of reducing charging time.)

Generally, each installed outlet used to supply an Electric Vehicle that is greater than ________ or 120 volts shall be on an individual branch circuit.

New equipment can offer wireless charging of electrical vehicles (EVs), without having to physically connect to a cord. “Wireless Power Transfer Equipment” (WPTE) cords shall not exceed 25 feet and are now measured from the control box to ________. (This new technology works like wireless cell phone chargers. The car drives over a pad when it parks.)

A clarification has been made for Electric Vehicle Power Transfer Equipment that specifies which equipment including ________ must now be listed. (The xxx.6 section has become a common location associated with listing.)

An exception recognizes that a plug and cord connection not over ________ in length as an acceptable disconnecting means where a chair lift uses batteries as its primary power source.

Changes for elevators now specify which cable types may be installed in an elevator raceway or traveling cable such as ________.

The branch circuit supplying lighting for an Elevator machine or control room shall now be ________. (To avoid a trip making the lights go out.)

A change for elevators limits which loads may be powered by the car lighting circuit. Equipment now includes ________. (The amperage is very small with the risk of tripping the overcurrent device minimal.)

In an elevator, Class 2 low voltage cables are now allowed as travelers fed from the elevator car light circuit with a minimum size of ________.

Now when a retrofit kit to upgrade an electric sign, all parts ________. (Retrofit kits used in signs are uniquely different from others.)

An Electric Sign or Outline Lighting outlet ________ at an entrance of a commercial building for deliveries, intended to be used only by employees.

A commercial building requires a 20-ampere circuit dedicated for a sign that supplies no other load, an exception to this is ________. (Intent before also.)

In a Temporary Installation, overcurrent devices for solidly grounded wye services over 150 volts (250-volt outlets) to ground with available fault current over 10,000 amperes ________.

The 2023 NEC has revised a code section requiring that previously used overcurrent protective devices for temporary installations be examined to ensure ________. (Arcing, overheating, loose parts, deterioration, etc.)

For temporary lighting installations, metal guarded sockets (covers) shall not be used ________. (Previous language dates to 1990 and some installations had only 2 conductors that were available.)

Article 555 for marinas has now begun to address lighting around the docking facilities. If a luminaire is installed underwater, it shall ________. (In this harsh environment, if it is damaged there will only be a loss of underwater lighting but not likely any loss of life.)

Luminaires (light fixtures) and their supply connections shall be properly secured in a marina to limit damage from ________.

New language has been added to Article 555 for marinas that mandate that an emergency disconnect be located ________ a marina power outlet or enclosure that provides shore power to boats. (If a swimmer is being subjected to an electrical current there is very little time to act. The closest boat to the swimmer is most likely the offender, swim away from the boats and docks.)

A leakage current device is required at marinas when they have over 3 vessels to check for stray currents common at these locations. This device must now be listed by ________. (To the testing performance requirements of UL 1399. Hard to enforce this one.)

When more than ________ receptacle(s) supply shore power to boats, a leakage current device for use in marina applications shall be available to measure each boat. (Several have died. The NEC cannot require that the vessels be tested, but they can require the device to be available.)

In a marina, boatyard or docking facility, a new language has been added that mandates that when electrical equipment is replaced, ________. (See also the rules for damaged equipment. The emphasis continues in the Articles because of the documented drownings from electrical shock.)