This 6-hour online training focuses on revisions to Chapters 1 and 2 of the 2026 National Electrical Code (NEC), including updated terminology, revised installation rules, and expanded protection measures affecting residential, commercial, and higher-voltage applications.

Key topics include:

  • Updated Article 90 organization, revised Article 100 terminology, and clarified code language
  • Grounding, bonding, servicing clearances, guarding, and working-space provisions
  • Dwelling-unit and EVSE load calculations, feeder sizing methods, and service rules
  • GFCI, AFCI, SPGFCI, and GFPE changes affecting dwelling and non-dwelling occupancies
  • Receptacle placement revisions, lighting outlet updates, and branch-circuit modifications
  • Conductor identification methods and revised provisions for systems above 1000 volts
  • Accessory buildings, outdoor installations, and equipment identification updates

Participants emerge with the confidence and skills to apply current code standards safely and accurately.

Course Format: Audio & Text

Credit Type: Continuing Education

CEUs: 6

Approved By: Office of the City Clerk - Electrical License Board of Examiners

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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