Building and electrical codes vary depending on your location. Comply with all code specifications when planning your site and installing cable. This section lists resources for obtaining additional information.
International Code Council (ICC) 5203 Leesburg Pike Falls Church, VA 22041 USA www.iccsafe.org
The organizations who are the authorities on electrical codes are listed in the table Authorities on Electrical codes below.
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National Electrical Code (NEC) Classification (USA only) Recognized authority on safe electrical wiring. Federal, state, and local governments use NEC standards to establish their own laws, ordinances, and codes on wiring specifications. The NEC classification is published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). |
NFPA 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169 USA |
www.nfpa.org |
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Underwriters‘ Laboratory (UL) Independent research and testing laboratory. UL evaluates the performance and capability of electrical wiring and equipment to determine whether they meet certain safety standards when properly used. Acceptance is usually indicated by the words “UL Approved” or “UL Listed.” |
UL 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook, IL 60062 USA |
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National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA) (USA only) Organization of electrical product manufacturers. Members develop consensus standards for cables, wiring, and electrical components. |
NEMA 1300 N. 17th Street Rosslyn, VA 22209 USA |
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Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) Trade association that develops technical standards, disseminates marketing data, and maintains contact with government agencies in matters relating to the electronics industry. |
ECIA 111 Alderman Drive Suite 400 Alpharetta, GA 30005 USA |
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) (USA only) Commission that regulates all interstate and foreign electrical communication systems that originate in the United States according to the Communications Act of1934. The FCC regulates all U.S. telephone and cable systems. |
FCC 445 12th Street S.W. Washington, DC 20554 USA |