Code Not Required ???

[stanleycochran]

Why does Utility Companies not have to adhere to code regulations? For example they install parking lot lighting - without inspections and do not follow code regulations.

 

[iwire]

Re: Code Not Required ???

Strictly speaking if the parking lot lights they install are in the middle of a parking lot they probably should be inspected.

If the lights are along the edge of the parking lot on the POCOs right of way they are not covered by the NEC.

Honestly have you seen the POCOs have any trouble with their installations?

There is a code they can follow which is the NESC.

Here is the article from the NEC that talks about what is not covered in regards to the POCO

90.2(B) Not Covered.

(5) Installations under the exclusive control of an electric utility where such installations

a. Consist of service drops or service laterals, and associated metering, or

b. Are located in legally established easements, rights-of-way, or by other agreements either designated by or recognized by public service commissions, utility commissions, or other regulatory agencies having jurisdiction for such installations, or

c. Are on property owned or leased by the electric utility for the purpose of communications, metering, generation, control, transformation, transmission, or distribution of electric energy.

[ December 31, 2003, 01:37 PM: Message edited by: iwire ]

 

[rick5280]

Re: Code Not Required ???

I believe that most utilities are regulated by the PUC of the state your in. If you have complaints, direct them to the PUC. Pictures, written hazards etc would be a good idea to present to them.

In Colo. utilities are exempt in generation and transmission, but not when installing lights as you describe. These have to be inspected by the state inspection authority.

Happy Hoidays!

Rick Miell

 

[don_resqcapt19]

Re: Code Not Required ???

This is not an AFCI topic and I am moving the thread to the NEC section.
Don