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Meet Operating Environment Requirements
Learn the regulations for building codes and standards.
Virtually all areas of the United States are regulated by building codes and standards. During the early
planning stages of installing or modifying your network, it is important that you develop a thorough
understanding of the regulations that pertain to your location and industry.
Verify that your site meets all environmental and safety requirements.
Building and Electrical Codes
Building and electrical codes vary depending on your location.
You must comply with all code specifications when planning your site and installing cable. This section
lists resources for obtaining additional information.
For information about major building codes, consult the following organization:
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International Code Council (ICC), 5203 Leesburg Pike; Falls Church, Virginia 22041 USA.
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http://www.iccsafe.org
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http://www.sbcci.org
Table 9: Authorities on Electrical Codes
Organization
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).
Underwriters' Laboratory (UL) (USA only)
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."
National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA) (USA
only)
Organization of electrical product manufacturers. Members
develop consensus standards for cables, wiring, and electrical
components.
Electronics Industries Alliance (EIA)
Trade association that develops technical standards,
disseminates marketing data, and maintains contact with
government agencies in matters relating to the electronics
industry.
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.
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Address Web Site URL
NFPA http://www.nfpa.org
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts
02169
USA
UL http://www.ul.com
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, Illinois
60062-2096
USA
NEMA http://
1300 N. 17th Street www.nema.org
Rosslyn, Virginia 22209
USA
EIA http://www.eia.org
2500 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22201
USA
FCC http://www.fcc.gov
445 12th Street S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20554
USA
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