Texas 2023 NEC Changes Part 2

At the completion of the Part 2 course for Texas electricians, licensees will be able to:

Describe changes to emergency disconnects and surge protection for outside branch circuits and feeders found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
Outline the new wiring method for installing underground service conductors.
List the locations that must be provided with surge protection devices.
Identify changes for service conductors and service installation requirements found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
Outline the new declaration regarding standard overcurrent device ratings found in Chapter 2 of the 2023 NEC.
Identify changes to the standard ampere ratings in Table 240.6(A).
Describe the new requirement that surge protection devices indicate they are functioning properly.
Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 3 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
Identify updates, additions, and changes to Chapter 4 of the 2023 National Electrical Code.
List new locations requiring tamper-resistant receptacles.
Describe the change in scope to Chapter 4 of the 2023 NEC.
Explain the new requirements for cannabis oil equipment and cannabis oil systems using flammable materials found in Chapter 5 of the 2023 NEC.
Identify changes in requirements for electrical construction and installation criteria in health care facilities.
Describe updates to the 2021 edition of NFPA 70E.
Define the terms lockout/tagout, approach boundaries, and arc flash.
Explain important sections from Texas Legislative and Administrative rules from Chapter 73 and 1305 that relate to electrical licenses

Course ID(s): 31384

Approved By: Department of Licensing & Regulation - Electrician

2023 NEC Changes Part 2
- Chapter 2 [7 Activities]
  - 01. 210.70(A)(1) Dwelling Units. Habitable Rooms, Kitchens, Laundry Areas, and Bathrooms. Additional Locations
  - 02. 220.41 Dwelling Unit(s). Minimum Unit Load.
  - 03. 220.42 Lighting Load for Non-Dwelling Occupancies.
  - 04. 225.41 Emergency Disconnects
  - 05. 230.67. Surge Protection.
  - 06. 240.6(A) Standard Ampere Ratings for Fuses and Inverse Time Circuit Breakers
  - 07. 242.9. Indicating
- Chapter 3 [2 Activities]
  - 01. 314.29(B) Underground.
  - 02. 334.40(B) Boxes and Fittings. Devices of Insulating Material.
- Chapter 4 [11 Activities]
  - 01. 404.14(D) Snap Switch Terminations.
  - 02. 406.3(D) Receptacle Terminations.
  - 03. 406.4(G). Protection of Floor Receptacles.
  - 04. 406.6(D) Receptacle Faceplate (Cover Plates) with Integral Night Light and/or USB Charger.
  - 05. 406.9(A),(B) Damp Locations, Wet Locations.
  - 06. 406.9(C) Bathtub and Shower Space.
  - 07. 406.12 Tamper-Resistant Receptacles
  - 08. 408.4(B) Source of Supply.
  - View Additional Activities
    - 09. 410.10(D) Bathtub and Shower Areas.
    - 10. 410. Part XVII. Special Provisions for Germicidal Irradiation Luminaires.
    - 11. 440.8. Single Machine and Location
- Chapter 5 [5 Activities]
  - 01. 501.10(A)(2) Class I, Division 1. Flexible Connections
  - 02. Article 512 Cannabis Oil Equipment and Cannabis Oil Systems Using Flammable Materials.
  - 03. 517.6 Patient Care-Related Electrical Equipment.
  - 04. 517.14 Panelboard Bonding
  - 05. 517.20(A) Receptacles and Fixed Equipment.
- Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E 2021) [10 Activities]
  - 01. Article 90: Sections 90.1, 90.2
  - 02. Article 90: Sections 90.3, 90.4
  - 03. Article 100: Definitions
  - 04. Article 105: Section 105.3
  - 05. Article 110: Sections 110.1-110.4
  - 06. Article 110: Section 110.5
  - 07. Article 110: Section 110.6
  - 08. Article 110: Section 110.7
  - 09. Article 110: Section 110.8
  - 10. Article 110: Sections 110.9(A), (B)
- Texas Rules and Regulations [10 Activities]
  - 01. 73.20. Licensing Requirements: Applicant and Experience Requirements.
  - 02. 73.25 Continuing Education.
  - 03. 73.53 Responsibilities of All Persons Performing Electrical Work
  - 04. 73.60 Standards of Conduct for Engaging in Electrical Work
  - 05. 73.80 Fees
  - 06. 73.100 Technical Requirements
  - 07. 1305.051 Electrical Safety and Licensing Advisory Board
  - 08. 1305.1575 Career and Technology Education Program
  - 09. 1305.167 License Renewal.
  - 10. 1305.166 Display of License.
Course Completion
- Mandatory Questionnaire
- Certificate of Completion
- Expedited Reporting Available

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