In every episode, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc sit down to discuss difficult-to-decipher concepts surrounding the 2023 National Electrical Code in 10 minutes or less. Designed to bring listeners practical information on how to apply the NEC in real-world settings, this podcast appeals to the entire EC&M audience, including electrical engineers, electricians, electrical contractors, and plant facility personnel. It is produced by EC&M magazine, the technic ...
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 9" by Mark Lamendola. This episode…
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2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors - Microgrids and Critical Systems
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EC&M Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Parson, discusses “2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors” with subject matter expert Chad Kennedy, Director of Industry Standards for Schneider Electric. In this final piece of three video interviews, we’ll explore several key NEC revisions around microgrids and critical systems — and the new NEC …
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss how the 2023 NEC addressed hazards associated with the growing (no pun intended) horticultural lighting industry. Learn all about these Code revisions and what's to come in future Code cycles.…
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 8" by Mark Lamendola. This episode…
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When is your vibe important in business settings? What is the right vibe for interviews, crises, sharing bad news, and career conversations?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss revisions in the 2023 NEC to Sec. 210.8(D)." Russ breaks down how this section has changed and expanded, and discusses the five new appliances that now require GFCI protection.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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EC&M Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Parson, discusses “2026 NEC Code Changes: Key Impacts for Electrical Contractors” with subject matter expert Chad Kennedy, Director of Industry Standards for Schneider Electric.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 7" by Mark Lamendola, which discus…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss a new Section (Sec. 225.41) that was added to the 2023 NEC that requires outside emergency disconnects for feeders supplied to one- and two-family dwelling units.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 6" by Mark Lamendola, which discus…
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How should you adapt to a new manager? What should you discuss at your first one-on-one?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc contemplate a common concept that can sometimes cause confusion. When is ampacity not really ampacity?Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 5" by Mark Lamendola. Mark continu…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc take close look at the NEC requirements for communication outlets and where confusion can come into play. Russ explores the history of communications outlets in the NEC and discusses what a "communication outlet" even is.…
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 4" by Mark Lamendola. Mark di…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the NEC’s evolving requirements for ceiling fans and what that means for installers.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 3" by Mark Lamendola. Mark ex…
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How do you reduce middle managers without harming productivity or employee development? Which middle managers should you keep?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss wireless and battery-powered switches. Russ also talks about how a recent Tentative Interim Amendment (TIA) revised wording for the second sentence of Sec. 210.70.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 2" by Mark Lamendola. Discove…
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Why do short clear SLAs improve your services, customer satisfaction, and life? How do you write and use an effective SLA?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the Sec. 314.29 requirements regarding LB type conduit bodies and where confusion can creep in.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 1" by Mark Lamendola. Learn a…
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How do guide PMs to positively impact your team, your business, and your customers? What if your peers and management chain all see the PM role differently?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about when barriers are required for feeder terminations.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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National Electrical Code 2023 Revision Costs Draw Debate — EC&M Code Conversations Highlights
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "National Electrical Code 2023 Revision Costs Draw Debate" by, Freelance Writer To…
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What is the impact of AI on software engineers? How will it impact our children?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc dissect the requirements in Art. 404 regarding snap switches and explain how this can get confusing.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "New York City Modernizes Its Electrical Code" by, Freelance Writer Tom Zind. This…
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Should I be more ambitious? How do I align my career with what I value most?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc go back to basics and remind themselves and our listeners why the definitions in Article 100 are so important. Specifically, this episode looks at emergency disconnect requirements in Sec. 230.85.…
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In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring subject matter expert Mark Lamendola's article, "Do You Know What the NEC Means by…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc break down the Code requirements surrounding sizing conductors and overcurrent protection for electric water heaters.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode is about swimming pools and Sec. 680.22, and how changes to this Section will affect electrical professionals.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss the new Art. 722 in the 2023 edition of the NEC and how many installations prior to this new requirement are now in error.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode gets into what’s new with Sec. 555.36. Specifically, Russ breaks down the new subdivision (C) that requires an externally operable emergency electrical disconnect, clearly marked “Em…
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How do you gain the confidence needed for a promotion as you undertake unfamiliar next-level work? How do you win over your manager and other decision-makers?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 314.23 of the NEC and the requirements surrounding box supports.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at how emergency disconnects are handled in the NEC and what was added in the 2023 edition of the Code.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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When a subject matter expert (SME) leaves your team, how do you avoid knowledge loss? What common mistakes to teams make?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about why the environment in which electrical equipment is installed plays such a critical role in its longevity.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. In this episode, they look at Sec. 210.8(D) regarding specific appliances.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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How should you feel about the annual rewards you received? What should you expect?Di Eric Brechner
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc discuss Sec. 406.9 of the NEC and how the requirements in this Section relate to vending machine installations.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at several revisions to NEC Sec. 210.8(A) for GFCI protection of receptacles in dwelling units.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 300.6 of the NEC and the requirements related to protecting equipment against corrosion and deterioration.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at Sec. 680.5 Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) and Special Purpose Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (SPGFCI) Protection. Russ breaks down everything you need to know abo…
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In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about Sec. 230 of the NEC and the requirements surrounding weatherheads or service heads.Di ecmwebcodeconversations
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Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and NEC Expert Russ LeBlanc discuss some of the most significant changes to the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code. This episode looks at the Sec. 500.4 revision which clarifies that area classification documentation must be available for both classified and adjacent unclassified areas. Russ breaks down what t…
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