stanleycochran
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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.
Code Not Required ???
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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
[ December 31, 2003, 01:37 PM: Message edited by: iwire ]
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
[ December 31, 2003, 01:37 PM: Message edited by: iwire ]
rick5280
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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
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
charlie
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Re: Code Not Required ???
Additionally, the NESC expressly permits parking lot lighting to be covered by the rules in the NESC. The bottom line is what does the local unit of government adopt? In Indiana, both are adopted and the general interpretation here is that the NESC covers the electric utility's installations.
Additionally, the NESC expressly permits parking lot lighting to be covered by the rules in the NESC. The bottom line is what does the local unit of government adopt? In Indiana, both are adopted and the general interpretation here is that the NESC covers the electric utility's installations.
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