New for the 2011

[bob]

I apologize for my notable absence, but I am sure that you understand.
I am receiving author credit on Mike Holt's Code changes book this go-round, and I have also added other author's books on my editing resume.


Regards,

I woulds like to receive a free autographed copy please.

 

[Pierre C Belarge]

Actually it does have a something to do with safety. There are a number of electronic switches where UL has permitted the switch manufacturer to use the EGC as the grounded conductor to power the electronics. While the current level that is permitted to flow on the EGC is very small (0.5mA), it still presents a shock/surprise hazard to the electrician that opens the EGC.
I expect that in the near future the UL standard will be revised to prohibit the manufacturer from using the EGC as the grounded conductor for their devices.

I may be a little late responding to this comment, but Don has this spot on.

It is not that just one switch transposing .5miliamps onto the equipment ground, but there may be several switches in that circuit. So, as Don says, there is a potential for an unwary installer to be shocked and possibly fall off a ladder, etc...

 

[Pierre C Belarge]

Ryan, I forgot to say congrats...or should we say Professor Ryan...