Safety

The document describes the various methods used for grounding electrical systems and the non-current carrying metal parts of electrical wiring systems and equipment and also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the different grounding methods, and the means employed to safeguard property from arc damage and fire.

The document describes modern procedures and practices for protecting industrial power distribution systems and associated equipment from damage caused by overvoltages due to lightning, switching, or a system abnormality.

The document describes switchgear as a general term covering switching, interrupting, control, metering, protective, and regulating devices and assemblies of these devices with their associated interconnections, accessories, and supporting structures and provides for the basic operation, protection, inspection, maintenance, and testing of various types of switchgear used in applications of at least 600V.

The document describes the types, operation, and protection of emergency and standby power systems, and provides guidelines for their application. Recommendations are included for the arrangement and protection of fuel supplies feeding emergency and standby power systems.

The UMC established minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare. 101.3 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the addition to or erection, installation, alteration, repair, relocation, replacement, use, or maintenance of heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration systems; incinerators; or other miscellaneous heat-producing appliances within this jurisdiction.

The UPC establishes minimum requirements and standards for the protection of the public health, safety and welfare. 101.2 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the erection, installation, alteration, repair, relocation, replacement, addition to, use, or maintenance of plumbing systems within this jurisdiction. The UPC covers potable water, building supply, and distribution pipes; all plumbing fixtures and traps; all drainage and vent pipes; and all building drains, and building sewers, including their respective joints and connections, devices, receptors, and appurtenances within the property lines of the premises and shall include potable water piping, potable water treating or using equipment, medical gas and medical vacuum systems, liquid and fuel-gas piping, and water heaters and vents for same.

The guide applies to all types of static power converters used in industrial and commercial power systems. The problems involved in the harmonic control and reactive power compensation of such converters are addressed, and an application guide is provided. Limits of disturbances to the AC power distribution system that affect other equipment and communications are recommended.

Jan 2005 - Administratively Withdrawn Safety precautions;
The document provides safety precautions, installation design considerations, and procedures for receiving, storing, commissioning, and maintaining pocket- and fiber-plate Nickel Cadmium storage batteries for PV power systems. Disposal and recycling recommendations are also discussed. This recommended practice applies to all PV power systems, regardless of size or application that contain Nickel Cadmium battery storage subsystems.

The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures. Exception: Detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories above grade plane in height with a separate means of egress and their accessory structures shall comply with the International Residential Code.

This code establishes regulations affecting or relating to structures, processes, premises and safeguards regarding: 1. The hazard of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; 2. Conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; 3. Fire hazards in the structure or on the premises from occupancy or operation; 4. Matters related to the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression or alarm systems; and 5.