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// CODE SNIPPET

Section 1401 Electricity

2018 Philadelphia Performance Code > 14 Electricity > 1401 Electricity
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[BG] 1401.1 Objective

To provide safe installation of electrical power and lighting for building systems and safe use by building occupants.

[BG] 1401.2 Functional Statement

The electrical installations shall have safeguards against personal injury and the outbreak of fire.

[BG] 1401.3 Performance Requirements

[BG] 1401.3.1 Protection From Live Parts

People and building elements shall be protected against contact with live parts.

[BG] 1401.3.2 Isolation

The electrical installation shall allow safe isolation of devices, equipment and appliances.

[BG] 1401.3.3 Protection From Excessive Current

People shall be protected from the effects of current exceeding the rating of the installation.

[BG] 1401.3.4 Electromechanical Stress

The installation shall protect all components and equipment from electromechanical stress caused by current exceeding its rating.

[BG] 1401.3.5 Thermal Damage

Building elements shall be protected from thermal damage due to heat transfer or electric arc from electrical power installations.

[BG] 1401.3.6 Installation Environment

The installation shall operate safely in the intended environment.

[BG] 1401.3.7 Flammable and Explosive Atmosphere

The installation shall prevent ignition of the atmosphere containing flammable or explosive elements.

[BG] 1401.3.8 Essential Services and Equipment

Essential services and equipment shall have a power supply protected in a manner to ensure continued operation for an appropriate time after a power failure.

[BG] 1401.3.9 Power Supplier

The building electrical installation shall protect the safety features of the power supplier.

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