Most electrical maintenance isn’t rocket science — but let’s not confuse basic electrical maintenance with electronic troubleshooting, which truly is a science. The idea is to keep the electrons ...

NFPA 70B is a recommended practice that is used for preventive maintenance of electrical equipment. It was first published in 1968 for such purpose. It was decided at that time it was not published to ...

Proper engineering on the front end of a project, including acceptance testing and commissioning prior to initially energizing, ensures a smooth start up and reduces the problems that can keep a ...

The equipment and facilities supporting today’s critical infrastructure are vital to modern society. This article provides testing and maintenance tips to ensure systems are kept in top condition.

In 2023, the NFPA promoted the NFPA 70B publication from a status of “recommended practices” to a Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance. Since then, we’ve seen many articles and posts ...

It’s a thankless and time-consuming job, but basic electrical maintenance requires a high level of discipline and the willingness to follow procedure. Photos: Jim Park Most electrical maintenance ...