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Electrical Codes

Authorities on electrical codes:
National Electrical Code (NEC) Classification (USA
only) — a 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:
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy MA 02269
Underwriters' Laboratory (UL) Listing (USA only)
— an 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 60062-2096
Building and Electrical Codes
National Electrical Manufacturing Association
(NEMA) (USA only) — an organization of
electrical product manufacturers. Members
develop consensus standards for cables, wiring,
and electrical components.
NEMA
1300 North 17th Street, Suite 1847
Rosslyn VA 22209
Electronic Industries Association (EIA) (USA only)
— a trade association that develops technical
standards, disseminates marketing data, and
maintains contact with government agencies in
matters relating to electronics and related
industries.
EIA
2500 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington VA 22201
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