1 IAEI International Low Voltage DC Workshop Low Voltage DC Workshop Presented by: David Clements Presented by: David Clements IAEI International Low Voltage DC Workshop Low Voltage DC Workshop Presented by: David Clements Presented by: David Clements

2 IAEI - Who are we?

3 The IAEI Mission ●To promote safe electrical installations though education, certification of inspectors, advocacy, partnerships, and support of Electrical Codes and Standards development.

4 ● IAEI Key Objectives ●Promotion of uniform application and understanding of Codes ● Representation of Electrical Inspectors ● Collection and dissemination of information related to safe use of electricity

5 ● IAEI Key Objectives ●Formulation of standards for the safe installation and use of electrical materials, devices and products ●Cooperation among inspectors, the electrical industry and the public

6 Engaging The AHJ The Role of IAEI

7 EducationEducation ● Teaching effective study and use of the Code ● Ensuring proper application of the Code through certification Educated

8 Networking ● Electrical code & safety promotion ● Education / Information source ● IAEI news magazine / IAEI Website ● Local / Regional / National meetings ● Inspector representation on code panels NetworkingNetworking

9 Informed ● Promoting uniform application and interpretation of Code rules and Standards interpretation of Code rules and Standards ●Providing information on changes to the Code rules and Standards InformationInformation

10 Current Training Materials

11 Experienced ● Using inspections to your advantage! ● Building important working relationships ● Promoting Communication and Education ● Encouraging the team approach ApplicationApplication

12 Low Voltage DC Present Applications Low Voltage DC Present Applications

13 ● Transportation ● Life Safety ● Communication ● Energy Generation Low Voltage DC

14 ● Electric Vehicles ● Electric vehicle charging equipment ● Photovoltaics ● Luminaires ● Signage ● Communication Low Voltage DC Technology

15 ● Understanding Low Voltage DC systems ● Education and training for these systems ● Information on new requirements and equipment for Low Voltage DC wiring equipment for Low Voltage DC wiring and systems and systems ● Low voltage DC and local regulations IAEI Education and the AHJ

16 Use inspections to your advantage! Build important working relationships Communicate and educate Encourage a team approach Engaging The AHJ

17 Use inspections to your advantage! Build important working relationships Communicate and educate Encourage a team approach Engaging The AHJ

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19 What is the role of the AHJ? What is the role of the AHJ? ● Issuing of Permits ●Inspecting for compliance to NEC and other local standards and regulations ● Ensuring equipment is listed or approved ● Passing or failing installations ● Working with the installer to ensure safe installation for end user (customer) installation for end user (customer)

20 ● Direct involvement in the development of new Code rules for LVDC systems new Code rules for LVDC systems ● Build consistency in understanding of how the Code will be applied to LVDC systems the Code will be applied to LVDC systems and their installation and their installation ● Develop an increased awareness of local Code issues and their solutions Code issues and their solutions How will IAEI support you?

21 ● Develop a clear understanding of any local electrical code requirements that might amend electrical code requirements that might amend or impact the NEC requirements or impact the NEC requirements ● Work with the certification agencies that are related to listed and approved equipment related to listed and approved equipment ● Provide training and educational materials on LVDC systems on LVDC systems How will IAEI support you?

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23 IAEI International Thank You for Attending!