Philippine Electrical Code Part 1 2017 Ed. Highlights And .
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPhilippine Electrical CodePart 1 2017 Ed. –Highlights and ImpactsJaime V. Mendoza, FIIEE, PEE, ACPE & APECMemberBoard of Electrical Engineering43rd Annual IIEE National ConventionSMX Convention CenterPasay City, Metro Manila, PhilippinesNovember 14 – 17, 2018
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE! How many new Articles where included inthe PEC 2017 that are not in the PEC2009? How will you know if these Article orSection where the new changes in PEC2009? For PEC 2017?BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts2
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Philippine Electrical Code Part I2017 Edition The Energy Regulatory Commission adopts thePEC Part 1 and Part 2 set by the ProfessionalRegulation Commission as Safety Standards forGeneration Companies, Transmission Providers ,Distribution Utilities and Suppliers in thePhilippine Grid Code (PGC) and PhilippineDistribution Code (PDC). Also adopted in the Occupational Safety andHealth Standards by the BWC-DOLE as a“Electrical Safety Standard” (Rule 1210-ElectricalSafety).BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts3
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!RULE 1210: ELECTRICAL SAFETY What standards on Electrical Safety must beadopted to safeguard any person employedin any workplace? The Philippine Electrical Code is herebyadopted & the standards contained thereinshall be considered safety standardsBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts4
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!The PhilippineGrid/DistributionCodesThe Philippine ElectricalCode Part 1 & 2PerformanceStandards & ConnectionReq’tsSafetyStandards Design and Specifications Installation Operation & Maintenance Power Quality Reliability System LossGRID/DISTRIBUTIONELECTRICAL DESIGN &INSTALLATIONSBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts5
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!6Philippine Electrical Code Part I2017 Edition Based on 2017 National Electrical Code(NFPA 70) The Philippine Electrical Code Part 1 2009Edition was based on NEC 2005 The Fire CodeElectricityfortheSafeUseof Minimum Electrical Safety StandardBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!The National Electrical Code The first documented case of a Code as a requirement ofrules was published on 16th Nov. 1881 entitled “ TheDangers of Electric Lighting”. The first NEC was developed in 1897, eighteen after theinvention of incandescent light bulb by Thomas A. Edison. Since 1911, the NFPA of Quincy, Massachussets, has beenresponsible for the maintenance and publication of theNEC. Regularly revised (every three years) to reflect theevolution of products, materials, and installationtechniques. 21 Separate Committee, each consisting of 15-20 persons.Members of each committee meet several times, discussproposed changes, accepting some and rejecting others,and rewrite (as required) the sections of the Code thatwere assigned to their committee.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts7
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Philippine Electrical Code Part I2017 Edition Based on 2017 National Electrical Code (NFPA70) The Philippine Electrical Code Part 1 2009 Editionwas based on NEC 2005 Regularly revised (every three years) to reflectthe evolution of products, materials, andinstallation techniques. NEC 2008, NEC 2011, NEC 2014 & NEC 2017 NEXT NEC REVISION: NEC 2020, 2023, 2026,2029BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts8
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!THE PHILIPPINE ELECTRICAL CODEKEY TO ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND FIREPREVENTIONPURPOSE OF PECThe primary objective of the code is toestablish basic materials quality and electricalworks standards for the safe use of electricityfor light, heat, power, communications,signaling and for other purposes.“ Practicalsafeguarding of persons andproperty from hazards arising from the use ofelectricity”COMPLIANCE TO THE PEC WILL ENSURE SAFETY ANDPREVENT ELECTRICAL FIRESBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts9
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Philippine Electrical Code Part I2017 EditionThis Code is intended as adesignspecificationoraninstruction manual for qualifiedpersons. Electrical designs mustcomply with the requirementsof Code to ensure safety.Energymanagement,maintenance, and power qualityissues aren’t within the scopeof the Code.Consideration should be givenforfutureexpansionofelectrical systems but this isnot a Code requirement.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts10
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Boundary: PEC 1 and PEC 2Service PointThe PEC 1 does NOT applyto service drop or servicelateral conductors underthe exclusive control ofthe electric utility.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts11
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!No more Part Ia and Part Ib;In A4 size of paper!Large font size!BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts12
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!PRBEE Res. No. 18 Series of2017 Adoption of the 9th Edition of the RevisedPhilippine Electrical Code Part 1 as part ofthe rules and regulations governing thepractice of electrical engineering and asreferral code in accordance with theNational Building Code. The resolution was signed by theChairman FVM and Member JVM on 10Nov. 2017.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts13
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!PRBEE Res. No. 18 Series of2017 Approved by the Professional RegulatoryCommission : Chairman Teofilo S. Pilando Jr.,CommissionerYolandaD.ReyesandCommissioner Jose Y. Cueto, Jr. The resolution and Annex shall take effect afterfifteen (15) days following their full andcomplete publication in the Official Gazette. Date of Publication in the Official Gazette: Nov.17, 2017. Date of Effectivity: December 2, 2017.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts14
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes in Chapter I1.0.1.1 (C)1.0.1.1 (C)This Code is intendedas a designspecification or aninstruction manualfor qualified persons.This Code is intended for theexclusive use of licensedelectrical practitioners. ThisCode is not intended as adesign specification nor aninstruction manual for a nonlicensed electricalpractitioner, unless under thesupervision of a licensedelectrical practitioner.Chapter 1. GeneralArticle 1.0- IntroductionBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts15
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Impacts of Art. 1.0.1.1 The Code are now not for exclusive used oflicensed electrical practitioners. It more accessible even to non-electricalpersonnel. Remember : “SAFETY is EVERYBODYBusiness” Qualified Person –One who has qualifications,skills and knowledge related to the constructionand operation of the electrical equipment andinstallations and has received safety training torecognize and avoid the hazards involved.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts16
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!1.0.1.4 Enforcement(A) This Code isintended for mandatoryapplication by the Officeof the BuildingOfficial/EE over electricalinstallations.(a) This Code isintended for mandatoryapplication bygovernment bodiesexercising legaljurisdiction overelectrical installations.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts17
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!1.0.1.4 Enforcement(B) The Office of theBuilding Official/EEshall have theresponsibility ofimplementing theprovisions of thisCode.(b) These governmentbodies, only through alicensed electricalpractitioner, shall have theresponsibility of implementingof this Code provision indeciding on the approval ofequipment and for grantingthe special permissioncontemplated in this Code,where it is assured theequivalent objectives can beachieved by establishing andmaintaining effective safety.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts18
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!1.0.1.4 Enforcement(C) This Code may requirenew products, constructions,or materials that may not yetbe available at the time thisCode is adopted. In suchevent, the Office of theBuildingOfficial/EEmaypermit the use of theproducts, constructions, ormaterials that comply withthe most recentpreviousEdition of this Code adoptedby the National BuildingCode.(d) This Code may requirenew products, constructions,or materials that may not yetbe available at the time thisCode is adopted. In suchevent, the authority havingjurisdiction may permit theuseoftheproducts,constructions, or materialsthat comply with the mostrecentprevious Edition ofthis Code adopted by theNational Building Code.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts19
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!1.0.1.4 EnforcementDeleted provision on PEC 2009 Part 1(c) The authority having jurisdiction maywaive specific requirements in this Code orpermit alternate methods where it isassured that equivalent objectives can beachieved by establishing and maintainingsafety.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts20
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Impacts On Enforcement The Office of the Building Official are given the clearauthority to implement all the provisions of the Code. Needs for capacity building of the OBO. BOSH and COSH mandatory to all OBO personnel. Competency Training on the PEC Part I IIEE will provide free training for the OBO as part of itscorporate social responsibility and in concerns for publicsafety. Others industry stakeholders like MERALCO, VECO,CEPALCO, and Davao Light can assists in the capacitybuilding of the OBO. JVM – ISR.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts21
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!1.0.1.6 Interpretation Interpretation of this Codeshall be by licensed electricalpractitioners. In case ofconflicting interpretations,these may be referred tothe PEC Part 1 Committeefor interpretation. Shoulddisagreement remain,thereafter, the Committee’sinterpretation shall bereferred to the Board ofElectrical Engineering whoshall render the finaldecision. Upon therecommendation ofthe Code Committee,the Board of ElectricalEngineering shallrender the finaldecision in theinterpretation of anyportion of the PECPart 1, in case ofcontroversy.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts22
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Three-Level of InterpretationA. Licensed Electrical PractitionersIn case of conflicting interpretation/sB. PEC Part I CommitteeFor Final Interpretation/sC. Board of Electrical EngineeringBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts23
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!New Provisions1.0.1.10 Apprenticeship(A) RA 7920 or the national electricalengineering law requires apprenticeship as oneof the qualifications to the registration andlicensure examinations for Registered MasterElectrician (RME), in order to practice electricalengineering in the Philippines. Knowledge andunderstanding of the PEC1 , and PEC2 form partof the examination given.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts24
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!New Provisions1.0.1.10 Apprenticeship(B) An apprentice shall undergo trainingunder a person holding a valid certificateof registration and a valid professionallicense for the practice of electricalengineering under RA 7920 or thenational electrical engineering law.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts25
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!New Provisions1.0.1.11 Services of Licensed ElectricalPractitionersFor decisions and actions involving aknowledge of electrical engineeringand/or training in electrical installationsand practices, the services of a licensedelectrical practitioner is required.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts26
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Art. 1.3- Electrical Plans andSpecifications(F) Design Analysis(F) Design AnalysisDesign analysis shall beincluded on the drawingsor shall be submitted onseparate sheets ofstandard size, and shallshow:Design analysis shall beincluded on the drawingsor shall be submitted onseparate sheets ofstandard size, and shallshow:(1) Branch circuits, subfeeders, feeders,busways, and serviceentrance;(1) Branch circuits, subfeeders, feeders,busways, and serviceentrance;BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts27
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Art. 1.3- Electrical Plans andSpecifications(F) Design Analysis(F) Design Analysis(2) Types, rating, and tripsetting of overloadprotective devices;(2) Types, rating, and tripsetting of overloadprotective devices;(3) Calculation of voltagedrops;(3) Calculation of short circuitcurrent for determiningthe interrupting capacityof overcurrent device forresidential, commercial,and industrialestablishment;(4) Calculation of short circuitcurrent for determiningthe interrupting capacityof overcurrent device forresidential, commercial,and industrialestablishment(4) Calculation of voltagedrops.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONaPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts28
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Art. 1.3- Electrical Plans andSpecifications(F) Design Analysis(5) Protectioncoordination ofovercurrent protectivedevices;(F) Design AnalysisNone!!!!(6) Arc-Flash HazardAnalysis to determinethe required personalprotective equipment inother than dwellingplace.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts29
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Impact of Art. 1.3- ElectricalPlans and Specifications OBO will NOT accept electrical planswithout Technical Analysis. Mandatory to all electrical plans All Electrical Practitioners needs to knowthe requirements for Technical AnalysisBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts30
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008 Article 2.50 on Grounding and Bonding In Article 100, grounding and bonding terms have beenredefined and simplified for clarity and improved usability. Bonded (Bonding) – RevisedGround – RevisedGrounded (Grounding) – RevisedGrounded, Effectively – DeletedGrounding Conductor, Equipment (EGC) – RevisedGrounding Electrode – RevisedGrounding Electrode Conductor – RevisedUngrounded – NewNeutral Point– NewNeutral Conductor - NewBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts31
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008 Article 7.80 Closed-Loop and Programmed PowerDistribution has been deleted. Four New Articles had been added – Article 3.55 Reinforced Thermosetting Resin Conduit:Type RTRC Article 5.22 Control Systems for PermanentAmusement Attractions Article 6.26 Electrified Truck Parking SpaceEquipment Article 7.8 Critical Operations Power Systems (COPS)BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts32
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts33
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts34
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts35
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts36
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts37
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts38
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2008BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts39
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the 2011 NEC (Cont’d.)Highlights of the NEC 2011Article 110:110.24 Available Fault Current.(A) Field Marking. Service equipment in other than dwelling unitsshall be legibly marked in the field with the maximumavailable fault current. The field marking(s) shall include thedate the fault current calculation was performed and be ofsufficient durability to withstand the environment involved.(B) Modifications. When modifications to the electricalinstallation occur that affect the maximum available faultcurrent at the service, the maximum available fault currentshall be verified or recalculated as necessary to ensure theservice equipment ratings are sufficient for the maximumavailable fault current at the line terminals of the equipment.The required field marking(s) in 110.24(A) shall be adjusted toreflect the new level of maximum available fault current.Exception: Thefield markingrequirements inENGINEERING110.24(A) andBOARDOF ELECTRICALREGULATION110.24(B)PROFESSIONALshall not be requiredin industrialCOMMISSIONinstallationsPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts40
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2011 Three New Articles had been added. Article 3.99– Outdoor, Overhead ConductorsOver One Thousand V Article 6.94 – Small Wind Electric Systems Article 840 – Premises-Powered BroadbandCommunication SystemsBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts41
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2014 Four New Articles were added: Article 3.93 Low Voltage Suspended CeilingPower Distribution Article 6.46 Modular Data Centers Article 7.28 Fire Resistive Cable Systems Article 7.50 Energy Management SystemsBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts42
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Highlights of the NEC 2017 Five New Article Article 4.25 Fixed Resistance And ElectrodeIndustrial Process Heating Equipment Article 6.91 Large Scale PV Electric PowerProduction Facility Article 7.6 Energy Storage System Article 7.10 Stand Alone System Article 7.12 DC MicrogridsBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts43
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Components that Create a Fire orExplosionIn the Installation Rules , one element of the Triangleof Fire is removed to make the installation safe.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts44
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Why Change the PEC ? A need is identified! Changes are necessary for: Editorial improvements Improve clarity and usability Technical revisions Existing provision became unsafe New technologies and requirements New products and equipment Electrical safety is the deciding factor!BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts45
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Why Changes Are Necessary? Hazards to persons orproperty Fire Electric Shock SafetyBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts46
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: Editorial improvements Device A unit of an electrical system that is intendedto carry or control but not utilize electricenergy. (2009 PEC) A unit of an electrical system that carries orcontrols electric energy as its principalfunction. (PEC 2017)BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts47
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Change Significance The definition of device has been editoriallyrevised for usability and clarity. The revision is intended to clarify that a devicehas the primary function of carrying andcontrolling electric energy or current. For example, this revision clarifies that a snapswitch with a pilot light is a device because itsprincipal function is to carry and controlelectrical energy.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts48
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: Improve clarity and usability Bonded (Bonding)- The permanent joining ofmetallic parts to form an electricallyconductive path that ensures electricalcontinuity and the capacity to conduct safelyany current likely to be imposed. (PEC 2009) Bonded (Bonding)- Connected to establishelectrical continuity and conductivity. (PEC2017)BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts49
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Change Significance The revision provides clarity by simply describingthe purpose and function of bonding. The purpose of bonding is to connect two ormore conductive objects together to:1. Ensure the electrical continuity of the fault currentpath2. Provide the capacity and ability to conduct safely anyfault current likely to be imposed, and3. Minimize potential differences between conductivecomponents.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts50
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New Provision 2.10.1.8(b)(2) –GFCIProtection Other thanDwelling (PEC 2017) Commercial andinstitutional kitchens –for the purposes of thissection, a kitchen is anarea with a sink andpermanent facilities forfood preparation andcooking. (CulinarySchools)BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts51
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New Provision 2.10.1.8(b)(4) –GFCIProtection Other thanDwelling Outdoor in PublicSpaces – for thepurpose of this sectiona public space isdefined as any spacethat is for use by, or isaccessible to thepublic.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts52
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New Provision 2.10.1.8(c)BoatHoists GFCP for personnelshall be provided foroutlets that supplyboat hoists installed indwelling unit locationsBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts53
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New Provision 2.10.1.8(b)(5) –GFCIProtection Other thanDwelling (5)Outdoor , whereinstalled to comply with2.10.3.14 Heating, Airconditioning, andRefrigeration OutletBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts54
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New Provision-Outdoor receptacle Outlets for One FamilyDwellingBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts55
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New ProvisionRow Housing with GFCI-protected receptacles locatedat the front and the back of each one family dwelling,as required by 210.52(E)BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts56
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New technologies and requirements Arc-Fault Circuit InterrupterAn AFCI is a device intended to open the circuit whenit detects the current waveform characteristics that areunique to an arcing fault.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts57
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!Changes are necessary for: New technologies andrequirements 2.10.1.12.Arc-Fault CircuitInterrupter Protection(b) Dwelling Unit Bedrooms– All single phase, 15 and20 A branch circuitssupplying outlets installed indwelling unit bedrooms shallbe protected by a listedAFCI. Combination typeinstalled to provideprotection of the branchcircuit.BOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts58
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY, AND EXCELLENCE!AFCIBOARD OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGPROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSIONPhilippine Electrical Code Part 12017 Ed. Highlights and Impacts59
PRC @ 45 –”NURTURING THE SPIRIT OF PROFESSIONALISM, INTEGRITY,
Dec 02, 2017 · Based on 2017 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) The Philippine Electrical Code Part 1 2009 Edition was based on NEC 2005 Regularly revised (every three years) to reflect the evolution of products, materials, and installation techniques. NEC 2008, NEC 2011, NEC 2014 & NEC 2017 NEXT NEC REVISION: NEC 2020, 2023, 2026, 2029
Philippine Embassy News Philippine- India Travel Exchange Held in Manila Forty seven travel agents and seven media representatives from India participated in "Philindex", the first ever Philippine-India Travel Exchange, a travel trade and tourism event organized by the Philippine Department of Tourism. Philindex, which
Philippine Society for the Surgery of Trauma Ma. Jasmin Gonzales-Ruiz, M.D., F.P.S.H.B.T. Pediatric Hematologist Philippine Pediatric Society/Philippine Blood Coordinating Council Ma. Angelina L. Mirasol, MD, FPSHBT Internist- Hematologist Philippine Society of Hematology and Blood Transfusion
The Electrical Specialty Code (OESC) applies to all nonexempt electrical installations except as covered by the electrical provisions of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code and is inspected by an Electrical Specialty Code inspector. OAR 918-305-0020 Governing Codes The applicable Electrical Specialty Code for electrical
9. Do you know what the Philippine Elementary Learning Competencies (PELC) and the Philippine Secondary Learning Competencies (PSLC) are? Why should you be familiar with these documents as a teacher? MODULE 2: THE PHILIPPINE BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM 2. TEACHER INDUCTION PROGRAM P
LESSON SIX: Political Development in the Philippines during the American Occupation 1. America’s Benevolent Assimilation and their Manifest Destiny 2. Filipinization Policy: Its implications to Filipino political participation Philippine Bill of 1902 Philippine Assembly of 1907 Jones Law of 1916 and the Philippine Senate
PHILIPPINE FRAMEWORK FOR ASSURANCE ENGAGEMENTS Introduction 1. This Framework defines and describes the elements and objectives of an assurance engagement, and identifies engagements to which Philippine Standards on Auditing (PSAs), Philippine Standards on Review Engagements (PSREs) and Philippine Standards
The Philippine Start-Up Culture The second track focuses on developing an idea into a business model and product or service prototype. In doing so, the student will learn about the Philippine business start-up culture and Philippine buying behaviors, enterprise etiquette, and business nego
SUBJECT: ARALING PANLIPUNAN 5 YEAR/LEVEL: GRADE 5 DATE TOPIC MINIMUM LEARNING COMPETENCIES ACTIVITY/MATERIALS KEY TERMS EVALUATION OUTPUT HUNYO 18, 2018 ARALIN 1: ANG KINALALAGYAN NG PILIPINAS SA MUNDO p. 2-3 1. Nailalarawan ang lokasyon ng Pilipinas sa mapa 1.1 Natutukoy ang kinalalagyan ng Pilipinas sa mundo gamit ang mapa batay sa “absolute location” nito (longitude at latitude) (AP5PLP .
