Nj Pool Electrical Code

Electrical codes are in place to protect you the homeowner.

Nj pool electrical code.

8 26 new jersey department of health p o. Electrical subcode njac 5 23 3 16 national electrical code nfpa 70 2017 link provides access to all nfpa standards sept. Your local building inspector can let you know what the most current guidelines are for electrical safety around pools and spas. Pool circuits shall be identified in the circuit breaker panel.

For pools refer to the national electrical code 2014 article 680. National standard plumbing code 2018 nj ed nspc w nj edits from 3 15 sept. This bond wire must also pass through the lug provided by the manufacturer on the pool filter pump motor. Energy subcode njac 5 23 3 18 international energy conservation code 2018 low rise residential.

These general guidelines will give you the basics of what electrical inspectors are looking for when they review both remodeling projects and new installations. For spas and hot tubs refer to nec article 680. Thanks for your electrical question sue. All electrical equipment used with storable pools are required to be gfci protected.

All 125 volt outlets or receptacles within 2o feet of the inside walls of a pool require gfci protection. New jersey state sanitary code chapter ix public recreational bathing n j a c. These rules are current as of the 2017 edition of the nec a coding standard that is updated every three years while changes to the code are gradual it is always a good idea to check on the requirements of the latest edition of the nec. Most local codes are based on the national electrical code nec a document that lays out required practices for all aspects of residential and commercial electrical.

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