Based on the 2020 NEC. The grounding electrode provides the essential function of connecting the electrical system and electrical equipment to the earth. In some cases, the grounding electrode(s) ...

A. Electrical power systems are grounded (connected to the earth) to limit the voltage induced by lightning, line surges, or unintentional contact by higher‑voltage lines and stabilize the system ...

Ask an electrician which way a receptacle, aka outlet, should be installed: “Ground up or down?” Typically, the answer is “both are fine,” though most of us ...

House fires are the bread and butter of most structural firefighting organizations, and a common source of multiple hazards. Most departments have standard operating procedures (SOPs) that address ...