Science Concept: What Are Building Codes?

Building codes are a set of laws regulating the construction, alteration, and repair of buildings and the systems they contain. Codes set minimum standards for construction methods and materials. In doing so, they ensure the safety of a structure for both its current and future occupants. A building’s electrical system must adhere to local electrical codes, which are based on the National Electrical Code (NEC), published by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

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