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Errors in the NEC? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you’...

We received a question about bonding the metal water piping systems in dwellings and if it is required to bond the cold water to the hot water lines. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the na...

Listen as Paul Abernathy explains the Fast Trax "SYSTEM" to folks on Facebook who seems to want to spread lies and misleading information. Fact is, we have always openly stated the Fast Trax System is based on the partnership with Cengage and the use of Charles Millers Illustrated Guide to the NEC. We take the BASE NEC information and built an Exam Prep Course out of it with suplimental education...

The age-old question is, if my THHN copper conductor is 100A or less or 14 AWG through 1 AWG, must I stay in the 60°C column of Table 310.16? Well, let's talk about it on today's mobile podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code...

Hey Folks, I get this question all the time about how I deal with haters on the various social media platforms and do they actually "get to me". Well, you will know how I feel about all that by listening to this podcast episode.  Also, when you are truly ready to learn the National Electrical Code and are either taking an electrical exam in your state or simply want to learn the NEC in more detail...

Greetings Folks, This episode is about getting licensed as an electrician in Texas. Now, the same principles apply in every state for the most part but there is a responsibility to becoming a licensed electrician that we want to make sure all students are aware of. That is taking ownership of recording your experience and getting your qualification documents signed every time you work under a mast...

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www. PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topic covered in this episode is what determines the building metal water piping system versus the water p...

There have been lots of questions about AHJ's and their authority that we figured it's time for a podcast. So, why not a Mobile Podcast on the subject. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the...

Today was a GREAT DAY for the Fast Trax Family. We had (5) students reach out today via email, text, messenger, and phone about passing their electrical exam. We are so excited for them. Electrical Exam Prep can be stressful or fun if you make it FUN. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electric...

LET'S Talk Deposition and Lawyers Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NE...

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www. PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topics covered in this episode is adjustments and corrections on parallel applications, GFCI requirements...

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www. PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topic covered in this episode is about bonding water pipe systems at a riser and to the electrode systems....

Sad announcement this morning regarding some of our site features as we streamline our websites. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely ca...

In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topic covered in this episode is some changes to the 2023 National Electrical Code. We will look at some of the changes and discuss them. Now, if you like these podcasts let us know and we will do more code-change podcasts for you. Just shout out to support@fasttraxsystem.com and let us know you love it. If you are lookin...

In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topic covered in this episode is about outlets and what they are. There seems to be some confusion about what an outlet is and what a “point” means in the system. Various public inputs seek to change what an outlet is but you only need to read the definition of “Outlet” to know it is a POINT on the wiring system, not spec...

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www. PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topic covered in this episode is a submitter who wants to know if they upgrade a service and are they requ...

Greetings Everyone - Sorry for the audio as I am feeling a bit under the weather today but the show must go on. In this episode, I talk about the reasons for the live stream that is taking place on February 8, 2024, about the upcoming changes to the structure of the National Electrical Code. We are talking about it now because NOW is when the structure is being developed so that it is ready to go...

Hope you all can join me for a special live stream on Feb 8, 2024 at 8:00 PM CT. We will examine the proposed change to the NEC Structure for the 2029 Cycle. So, why look at it NOW? Well, because the NFPA is taking recommended ideas and changes to the structure right now so that in the 2026 Edition an index of the new 2029 structure will be available. Yes, YOU have input on the new structure. Beco...

Listen as Paul responds to the NECA Question of the day. Today's question is about connecting an 8 AWG from breaker to a 12 AWG. This is different than going from a 12 AWG at a breaker to an 8 AWG Conductor. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Ele...

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www. PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topic covered in this episode is about having multiple services to a building and the issue of grouping th...

Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO, and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, as he answers more questions from the Let’s Ask Paul Portal over at www. PaulAbernathy.com. In this episode, Paul will tackle the questions submitted by a listener. The topic covered in this episode is the small conductor rules in 240.4(D) and why Table 240.4(G) allows you t...

Master The NEC - Noncoincident Loads and 2026 NEC Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks....

Master The NEC - Heading to NEC Meetings and decided to chat a bit about the NEC Code Process and my thoughts on CMP 5 and CMP 17 as we begin our work in Charleston, SC. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’...

Master The NEC - Guns and Concealed Carry. W Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just...

How to prepare with 48 hours left until your electrical exam. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support . Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc. —where you’ll learn from the nation’s most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. N...