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NPFA 70E is a Trademark of the National Fire Protection Association. In this video we discuss and overview of NFPA 70E, 2024 Edition and we also go through a step by step process to do a quick check of potential incident energy. The method shown here is not to be used to determine incident energy for labeling purposes or for selecting PPE. It is shown here to give you a better understanding of how incident energy calculations are done and the things that affect incident ener

Ted "Smitty" Smith The 2026 NEC has some changes to single family load calculations. This vidoe explains some of the changes and also walks you through a refresher on how to do a Single Family Load Calculation.

This is a short video presentation on how to do Direct Current voltage drop calculations using the data from Table 8 of the 2026 NEC.

Voltage drop is straight forward calculation and can be done using Table 9, NEC 2026 data. This video walks you through doing AC voltage drop calculations with both metric and imperial measurements.

The 2026 NEC has new requirements for the Arc Flash Warning label on panels and other equipment which will require arc flash studies or having electricians do incident energy calculations in the field.

In our industry or perhaps in life in general, people are used to hearing excuses from other people. Getting reliable commitments from a person takes time and effort and it is worth the effort because it makes the planning process more reliable. People might be unwilling to make a commitment for certain reasons. Often this is an opportunity to ask questions, learn more about other people and to determine the root cause of the issue. Receiving a reliable commitment is only one

Fatigue is a multifaceted experience that can manifest in distinct ways depending on the nature of one's work. On one hand, there is the weary exhaustion felt after a day of dealing with others' issues and emergencies, leaving one uncertain of their own accomplishments. On the other hand, there is the satisfying tiredness that comes from a productive day, where one can reflect on their tangible achievements as they wind down for the night. The construction industry exemplifie

Starting the Day: Spending money, but what is the return? The start of each day is a tremendous opportunity to either succeed or fail. This is determined specifically by the frontline supervisor. Getting started is the key to reaching maximum efficiency for any task. When crew members come to work, many are not in the frame of mind to begin efficiently working. They are still thinking about being tired, what they did the night before or perhaps a personal issue. Often times

This brief introduction to transformer polarity explains how to determine transformer polarity and why it is important to know the transformer polarity.

The National Electrical Code is a registered trademark of the National Fire Protection Association. The National Electrical Code (NEC) is a critical standard that shapes electrical safety and installation practices across the United States. Every few years, the NEC undergoes updates to address new technologies, safety concerns, and industry trends. The upcoming 2026 edition introduces several important changes that electricians, contractors, inspectors, and engineers need to