Foundational code revisions can affect anything from service planning to everyday troubleshooting.

This 6-hour program focuses on major 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC) updates to Chapters 1 and 2, helping participants understand how revised terminology, protection methods, and installation standards influence modern residential, commercial, and higher-voltage systems.

Topics covered throughout the training include:

  • Newly added articles, reorganized sections, and revised terminology used throughout the 2026 NEC
  • Grounding and bonding terminology, conductor identification standards, and updated product certification provisions
  • Equipment markings, working-space clearances, access rules, and guarding methods for energized equipment
  • Dwelling-unit load calculations, EV supply equipment loads, and feeder sizing considerations
  • Expanded GFCI and AFCI protection standards for residential and non-dwelling occupancies
  • Branch-circuit provisions, service equipment applications, and feeder installation updates
  • Systems operating above 1000 volts AC or 1500 volts DC, including revised safety and installation standards

Participants will gain a stronger understanding of how to apply the latest NEC provisions accurately across a wide range of environments.

Course Format: Video & Text

Credit Type: Code, EE/ME

Course ID(s): 41808

Approved By: Department of Housing, Buildings & Construction - Electrical Division

2026 NEC Changes Part I

  • Chapter 1 [33 Activities]
    • 01. New Articles & Global Changes.
    • 02. 90.3 Code Arrangement.
    • 03. 100 Definitions. Artificially Ventilated Room.
    • 04. 100 Definitions. Bonding Conductor, Grounding Electrode.
    • 05. 100 Definitions. Cable, Limited-Energy.
    • 06. 100 Definitions. Cannabis Oil Equipment and Systems.
    • 07. 100 Definitions. Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter, Special Purpose (SPGFCI).
    • 08. 100 Definitions. GFCI Special Purpose Classes C, D, and E.
    • 09. 100 Definitions. Hand Fastened.
    • 10. 100 Definitions. Lampholder.
    • 11. 100 Definitions. Service Point, Communications.
    • 12. 100 Definitions. Transformer Secondary Conductor.
    • 13. 100 Definitions. Wiring Device.
    • 14. 110.3(B) Examination and Installation of Equipment.
    • 15. 110.10 Available Fault Current.
    • 16. 110.15 High-Leg Marking.
    • 17. 110.16 Arc-Flash Hazard Marking.
    • 18. 110.17 Servicing of Equipment.
    • 19. 110.20 Reconditioned Equipment.
    • 20. 110.26 Spaces About Electrical Equipment.
    • 21. 110.26(A)(1) Depth of Working Space.
    • 22. 110.29 In Sight From.
    • 23. 110.31 Enclosures and Distance to Live Parts.
    • 24. 110.34 Work Space and Guarding.
    • 25. 110.39 In Sight From Over 1000V.
    • 26. 110.40 Electrical Connections Over 1000V.
    • 27. 110.75 Access to Manholes.
    • 28. 120 Branch-Circuit and Feeder Load Calculations.
    • 29. 120.41 Dwelling Units Minimum Unit Load.
    • 30. 120.57 EVSE Load.
    • 31. 120.82 Optional Feeder and Service Calculations.
    • 32. 120.83 Existing Dwelling Unit Calculations.
    • 33. 130 Energy Management Systems.
  • Chapter 2 [28 Activities]
    • 01. 200.7(A)(9) Identification of Grounded Conductors.
    • 02. 206 Non-Power-Limited Remote-Control Circuits.
    • 03. 210.5(C)(1) Identification of Ungrounded Conductors.
    • 04. 210.8 GFCI Protection Exception.
    • 05. 210.8(A)(3) GFCI Protection, Accessory Buildings.
    • 06. 210.8(B) Exception 2 GFCI Other Than Dwellings.
    • 07. 210.8(F) Exception Outdoor Outlets.
    • 08. 210.12(B) Exception AFCI, Dwelling Units.
    • 09. 210.12(E) AFCI Circuit Extensions.
    • 10. 210.13(B) Ground-Fault Protection of Equipment.
    • 11. 210.23(A) Permissible Loads.
    • 12. 210.52(A)(5) Receptacle Outlets Prohibited Locations.
    • 13. 210.52(C)(4) Countertop Receptacle Locations.
    • 14. 210.63 Equipment Requiring Servicing.
    • 15. 210.70 Lighting Outlets Battery Switches.
    • 16. 210.70(A)(1) Lighting Outlets Laundry Areas.
    • 17. 225.31 Disconnecting Means.
    • 18. 230.62(C) Service Equipment Barriers.
    • 19. 230.68 Meter Socket Exception.
    • 20. 230.70 Service Disconnecting Means.
    • 21. 240.7 Overcurrent Protective Devices.
    • 22. 240.24(E) Equipment Not in Bathrooms.
    • 23. 245.6 Overcurrent Protection Over 1000V.
    • 24. 250.122(H) Equipment Grounding Conductors in Parallel.
    • 25. 265 Branch Circuits Over 1000V.
    • 26. 266 Feeders Over 1000V.
    • 27. 268 Services Over 1000V.
    • 28. 270 Grounding and Bonding Over 1000V.

Course Completion

  • Mandatory Questionnaire
  • Certificate of Completion
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Instructor Bio

Jerry Durham

Jerry previously served the state of North Carolina as a Level III electrical inspector and provided state-approved electrical training for electrical inspectors at both Alamance County and Guilford County (NC) Community Colleges. Jerry taught the Kentucky state-approved four-year electrical apprenticeship programs offered by the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) Trade School and Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Trade School, and served the state of Kentucky as a Master Electrician and Louisville Metro Code Enforcement Officer. Jerry is a Certified Distance Education Instructor (CDEI) and NCCER Core and Electrical Curriculum certified instructor. Jerry currently holds North Carolina and ICC electrical inspector accreditations and is recognized by the state of Washington as an approved electrical administrator.

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