Code violation

[webman.sm]

I've got to run conduit for cat 5 cabling in a test pit that is below ground level. 1/2" EMT is being used inside the pit. Ran down the wall to the stair landing, then turns and crosses the stringer and back to the wall.
Can anyone reference an NEC or NFPA70 code this would violate?

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[tom baker]

Cat 5 computer wiring does not typically require conduit for protection.
Since you are doing this work do you have a code book to refer to
However is this test pit in a classified or hazardous location?

 

[webman.sm]

Cat 5 computer wiring does not typically require conduit for protection.
Since you are doing this work do you have a code book to refer to
However is this test pit in a classified or hazardous location?

No, it's not in a hazardous location. I said the same thing about the need for conduit, and the mechanical engineer said it has to have it.

For some reason this company absolutely refuses to buy us a copy of NFPA70/NEC to have on hand. Will throw a fit over codes, but will want us to run EMT across the floor or down the walls at waist height.

 

[don_resqcapt19]

No, it's not in a hazardous location. I said the same thing about the need for conduit, and the mechanical engineer said it has to have it.

For some reason this company absolutely refuses to buy us a copy of NFPA70/NEC to have on hand. Will throw a fit over codes, but will want us to run EMT across the floor or down the walls at waist height.

Those are subjective calls as to if the EMT is exposed to physical damage. Of course the floor may be a tripping hazard, but the code does not care about that issue.

 

[webman.sm]

Those are subjective calls as to if the EMT is exposed to physical damage. Of course the floor may be a tripping hazard, but the code does not care about that issue.

I've always been told, if it can get damaged, it will get damaged. So I've always referenced 358.12 in those cases.


In this instance, the emt is ran against the stringer and as tight to the wall as possible. Stated it was a trip hazard, and violated codes. But couldn't tell me what codes.

Local company told them they wouldn't run it through the landing and I believe that is correct, and it was misconstrued as through the riser space.

This is the same engineer that wanted a threshold cut out of a tornado shelter because someone stubbed a toe on it. It's a 1/4" thick threshold. Manufacturer stated it would void all certifications.

 

[don_resqcapt19]

No, it's not in a hazardous location. I said the same thing about the need for conduit, and the mechanical engineer said it has to have it.

For some reason this company absolutely refuses to buy us a copy of NFPA70/NEC to have on hand. Will throw a fit over codes, but will want us to run EMT across the floor or down the walls at waist height.

You can view it for free at nfpa.org/70