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Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Question:
I read the Code Question column every day. My question is simple, does the NEC require licensing of electrical workers and electrical contractors? What if the work is less than 50 volts?
Adam Eastwood
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Answer:
Hi Adam, thanks for the simple question. The answer is no. The NEC does have multiple rules that require qualified persons which is defined in Article 100. Regulating the qualifications and certificates of contractors and electrical workers is beyond the scope of the NEC and s typically handled at the state or local jurisdictional level. The second part of this question is also a jurisdictional issue. Some jurisdictions exempt systems and installations of less than 50 volts from any permit or electrical inspections. The NEC does have rules that pertain to such systems. It's is always a good practice to verify the specific requirements regarding licensing with the local jurisdiction.