Each year, approximately 2,400 American children are injured by incidents involving electrical outlets. In a move to safeguard children and protect against outlet-related accidents, the 2008 National ...

While standard receptacles typically use three wires -- hot, neutral and ground -- you'll occasionally find 2-prong outlets in older homes. Since this type of outlet lacks a ground connection, the ...

UL recently issued a warning (Release 21PN-18) that the Abbotech Tamper-Resistant Standard Wall Outlet may pose an electric shock hazard. This receptacle does not comply with UL’s Safety Standards and ...

Properly size your electrical outlet before making any important changes. Wall outlets might not steal the spotlight when it comes to smart home upgrades, but they're more important (and more advanced ...

The two series are also designed for use in household and commercial furniture and furniture power distribution units per UL 962 and UL 962A. The expanded NEC Article 406.12 extends the requirement ...

Outlets may not be the most exciting smart home upgrade, but they've evolved, with new features to match today's tech-filled homes. Whether you're upgrading to smart outlets or adding USB ports for ...

Leviton has a new WiFi smart switch in its Decora range, and the cleverness doesn't stop at being able to remotely control it via an app or smart speaker. Dubbed the Decora Smart Wi-Fi ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2011 NEC. Q. What is the Code rule regarding enclosures that contain splices, taps, and feed-through conductors? A. Cabinets, cutout boxes, and meter socket ...

As a member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors, Keystone Chapter, and a member of the education committee, one of the objectives of our organization is to educate and promote ...