Introduction to Code

Question 1

What is the purpose of the CEC part 1?

Answer 1

To establish a minimum safety standard for the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment.

Question 2

What is the procedure to accept the CEC as law?

Answer 2

Safety codes act empowers the safety codes council Who recommends the CEC to the minister of municipal affairs Who then enacts a law for electrical work to follow the guidelines in the CEC

Question 3

What is standata?

Answer 3

It is a living document which aids in the understanding of the CEC and outlines amendments which apply to Alberta.

Question 4

Where can you go to clarify many rules in the CEC?

Answer 4

Appendix B

Question 5

What are the general sections of the CEC?

What are the supplementary sections?

Answer 5

• 0-16 (+26)
• 18-86 (-26)

Question 6

Can a very low level of current through the body be lethal to humans?

Answer 6

Yes. 100mA can be enough to cause heart failure.

Question 7

Is the safety codes council a not for profit organization?

Answer 7

Yes.

Question 8

Who determines the competencies required by safety codes officers in Alberta?

Answer 8

The safety codes council.

Question 9

What is a variance?

Answer 9

Permission, in writing to deviate from the required practice or code rule.

Question 10

How many parts is a CEC code rule divided into?

Answer 10

5.

Question 11

According to the CEC, what can a duplex be described as?

Answer 11

• Two buildings
• Two single dwellings
• Two dwelling units
• One structure
• Residential occupancy.

Question 12

Could one go above and beyond code?

Answer 12

Yes, the code is a minimum standard.