IAEI’s Analysis of Changes – 2008 NEC

This extensive and popular program analyzes the major changes to the National Electric Code (NEC). Members of the twenty NEC Code-making panels contributed to the development of the authoritative text, which covers more than 350 of the most significant changes and includes interpretations by the group that enforces the NEC. The four-color book, which the seminar is based upon, is loaded with illustrations, photos, and text that clearly identify and explain the changes and their impact. The 408 page book is included in the Tutorial fee.

Length of Seminar: 8 hr

Objectives:

After taking this course, the participant should be able to:

· Have an increased awareness of significant changes to the 2008 NEC.

· Understand the background information about why a change occurred.

· Comprehend how the changes discussed will affect electrical installations in your particular area.

Tutorial Presenter:

Paul Dobrowsky

Electrical Safety Specialist

Paul has over 30 years of experience in electrical and occupational safety, machinery and equipment standards, electrical construction, maintenance, program and policy development, instructing, and over 15 years enforcing electrical codes and standards. He is a Licensed Master Electrician and IAEI Certified Electrical Inspector. Paul is actively involved with many organizations such as ASTM, IAEI, IEEE, NFPA, UL and their standards activities. He is the current Chair of NFPA's Electrical Section, Director of Technology for the Electrical Association of Rochester, a past President of IAEI's Genesee Chapter and an experienced instructor. Paul is a member of NEC Code Making Panel 5, NFPA 70E, and a former member of NFPA 79. He enjoys combining the experience and background information gained in standards committee work with developing and presenting instructing educational programs.