24.1-06-01-20. Water damaged electrical equipment.

The electrical system in this home must be evaluated for reconditioning or replacement after the flood waters recede.
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The electrical system in this home must be evaluated for reconditioning or replacement after the flood waters recede.

Anyone who has first-hand experience with flooding from hurricanes or other natural disasters understands the importance of properly evaluating water damaged electrical equipment before re-energizing. NEMA provides assistance by providing a guide for evaluating water damaged electrical equipment through their website: https://www.nema.org/Standards/Pages/Evaluating-Water-Damaged-Electrical-Equipment.aspx#download

North Dakota has specific rules regarding water damaged electrical equipment. Refer to the Laws, Rules and Wiring Standards of North Dakota for additional information.

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24.1-06-01-20. Water damaged electrical equipment.

Below is a Real Question from our Electrical Continuing Education Courses for Electrical License Renewal:

Which of the following is true regarding wiring methods or electrical materials exposed to water damage in North Dakota?

A: Receptacles submerged in water must be dried with compressed air.
B: Electrical wiring methods including raceways exposed to wet locations must be replaced.
C: Electrical wiring may require replacement depending on the type of wire or cable and what application it was listed for.
D: Any type of electrical wiring exposed to wet locations must be replaced.
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