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Meeting Operating Environment Requirements
Learn the regulations for building codes and standards.
Virtually all areas of the United States are regulated by building codes and standards. During the early
planning stages of installing or modifying your network, it is important that you develop a thorough
understanding of the regulations that pertain to your location and industry.Verify that your site meets
all environmental and safety requirements.
Complying with Building and Electrical Codes
Building and electrical codes vary depending on your location.
You must comply with all code specifications when planning your site and installing cable. This section
lists resources for obtaining additional information.
For information about major building codes, consult the following organization:
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International Code Council (ICC), 5203 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, Virginia 22041 USA.
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www.iccsafe.org
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www.sbcci.org
Table 9: Authorities on Electrical Codes
Organization Address Web Site URL
National Electrical Code (NEC) Classification (USA only)
Recognized authority on safe electrical wiring. Federal, state,
and local governments use NEC standards to establish their
own laws, ordinances, and codes on wiring specifications. The
NEC classification is published by the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA).
NFPA
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts
02169
USA
www.nfpa.org
Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL) (USA only)
Independent research and testing laboratory. UL evaluates the
performance and capability of electrical wiring and equipment
to determine whether they meet certain safety standards
when properly used. Acceptance is usually indicated by the
words “UL Approved” or “UL Listed.”
UL
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, Illinois
60062-2096
USA
www.ul.com
National Electrical Manufacturing Association (NEMA) (USA
only)
Organization of electrical product manufacturers. Members
develop consensus standards for cables, wiring, and electrical
components.
NEMA
1300 N. 17th Street
Rosslyn, Virginia 22209
USA
www.nema.org
Preparing Your Site
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