Using The CEC Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the primary purpose of the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code)?
To establish minimum safety standards for electrical installations and equipment to ensure the safety of persons and protection of property.
Is the CE Code a voluntary standard?
Yes, the CE Code itself is a voluntary standard, but it becomes law when adopted by provincial/territorial regulatory authorities.
How does the CE Code become law in Alberta?
The Lieutenant Governor enacts the Safety Codes Act with the consent of the Government of Alberta. The Electrical Code Regulation (authorized by the Safety Codes Act) adopts the CE Code as law.
What is the role of the Safety Codes Council?
The Safety Codes Council is a statutory corporation that develops and administers safety codes and standards within Alberta, recommends codes to the Minister, accredits municipalities and agencies, and certifies safety codes officers.
What are the six main subdivisions of the CE Code?
1) Introductory information, 2) Numbered code sections, 3) Tables, 4) Diagrams, 5) Appendices, and 6) Index.
How are the sections of the CE Code divided?
Into two groups: General sections (Section 0, Sections 2-16, and Section 26) and Supplementary or amendatory sections (Sections 18-86 excluding Section 26).
What is the purpose of the definitions in Section 0?
To facilitate the correct interpretation of the rules in the CE Code.
What is the difference between the Index and the Table of Contents?
The Index presents material in alphabetical order by subject, while the Table of Contents lists topics by code section.
What is the Alberta Electrical STANDATA?
The information system published in partnership with the Safety Codes Council and the Electrical Technical Council that contains interpretations, guidelines, and recommended practices for applying the CE Code in Alberta.
Why is the STANDATA considered a “living document”?
Because it is continuously updated on an ongoing basis as safety issues arise.
Is the STANDATA a regulation on its own?
No, it is not a regulation by itself but directs users to legislated changes and provides interpretations and guidelines.
What legislation provides the framework for electrical safety in Alberta?
The Safety Codes Act.
Why does the CE Code use legal terminology?
Because 1) the CE Code is part of provincial regulations, and 2) it forms part of a contract between the electrical contractor and the customer.
Who can issue a variance to the CE Code?
A safety codes officer has the authority to issue a letter granting special permission to deviate from standard practices if the variance provides protection equal to or greater than that provided by the Safety Codes Act.
Who is responsible for ensuring that only approved equipment is installed?
Multiple parties are responsible, including the designing engineer, electrical contractor, supply authority, inspection authority, installing electrician, manufacturer, vendor, owner, and agent of the Minister.
Who can increase the minimum standards of an electrical installation?
Anyone involved with the installation, from the customer to the installing electrician, can make the installation safer than the minimum requirements.
Who is the inspection authority in Alberta?
The Safety Codes Council, which accredits local inspection authorities (municipalities, corporations, and agencies) to perform inspections.
What is the best method to locate specific information in the CE Code?
Using key words to search in the Index, which has an alphabetized list of terms.
What is the maximum number of conductors allowed in a wireway?
200 conductors (Rule 12-1104 2)).
What is the maximum voltage for non-metallic sheathed cable?
300V (Rule 12-502).
What is the maximum voltage drop allowed in a branch circuit at calculated demand load?
3% (Rule 8-102 1) a)).
What color must a bonding conductor be?
Green or green with yellow stripes (Rule 4-032).
What other codes affect electrical installations in Alberta?
National Fire Code - 2019 Alberta Edition, National Building Code - 2019 Alberta Edition, and various regulations under the Safety Codes Act.
What is the Alberta Electrical Utility Code?
A code that governs electrical utility operations and specifies that the supply authority must be consulted on service and metering installations.
