Test Your Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code – Part 1 — Essential Electrical Systems: The Answers

Electrical Code Quiz

Mar 22, 2021

In last week’s issue, you had the opportunity to answer our questions about the Code and best practices. Here are the answers to those questions.

Essential Electrical Systems: Health Care

Q: When do rules 24-302 to 24-306 apply to health care facilities?

A: When the interruption of the normal power supply would jeopardize the safe and effective care of patients.

Q: How do you determine which electrical systems are essential and do they need to be kept separate from other wiring and equipment?

A: Rule 24-302 outlines that the health care administration designates which supply load circuits are essential electrical circuits and that the wiring of the essential electrical system must be kept separate from other wiring and equipment.

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