Wisconsin Electrical Code 2017

The proposed code package has been adopted and is awaiting publication at the end of june 2018.

Wisconsin electrical code 2017.

Here is a timeline of effective dates related to several parts of the code update. Wisconsin electrical code update in 2015 act 55 changed chapter 101 86 of wisconsin statutes to make wisconsin s electrical code uniform statewide. Electrical codes are in place to protect you the homeowner. Dsps may begin accepting applications for registration as an electrical inspection.

Nfpa 70 national electrical code nfpa 70b recommended practice for electrical equipment maintenance. Electrical program 2017 winter electrical code update udc electrical program 1 i have an exterior a c unit for a dwelling the nameplate states. Dsps wi gov electrical program web. August 1 2018.

Ity may e nact an electrical code or otherwise exercise jurisdiction over electrical wiring and inspection of electrical wiring by enactment of ordinances provided that the electrical code or ordinance strictly conforms with the state electrical wiring code promulgated by the department under s. Nfpa 110 standard for emergency and standby. Sps 316 note note. Where is the national electrical code in effect.

Nfpa 70e standard for electrical safety in the workplace. Municipal ordinances are required to strictly conform to sps 316. 2017 nec adopted for commercial structures august 1 2018. The commission has adopted the 2017 edition of the national electrical safety code nesc 2017 with certain deletions changes and additions which are found in volume 1 wisconsin state electrical code.

As of september 1 2020 the 2020 nec is in effect in four states the 2017 nec is in effect in thirty one states the 2014 nec is in effect in nine states and the 2008 nec is in effect in two states if you have a question on the status of nec enforcement in any state please. About the electrical code coalition. Chapter ilhr 16 as it existed on october 31 1990 was repealed and a new chapter ilhr 16 was created effective. Psc 114 001 3 3 availability of state electrical code.

The national electrical code defines a wet location as an area that is subject to saturation with water or other liquids and unprotected locations exposed to the weather. Questions on this or any other electrical code questions can be sent to. Electrical codes and standards expand sub navigation. Nfpa 78 guide on electrical inspections.

These general guidelines will give you the basics of what electrical inspectors are looking for when they review both remodeling projects and new installations. State of wisconsin department of safety and professional services 4822 madison yards way madison wi 53705 web. Chapter ilhr 16 as it existed on february 29 1988 was repealed and a new chapter ilhr 16 was created effective march 1 1988. Insight you need on nfpa codes and standards.

A county ordinance shall apply.