This document summarizes changes made between the 2009 and 2017 editions of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC). Key changes include:
1) The 2017 Code is intended for both licensed electrical practitioners and qualified persons, making it more broadly accessible.
2) Enforcement responsibility is given specifically to the Office of the Building Official, requiring capacity building for their personnel.
3) Interpretation involves three levels - licensed practitioners, the PEC Committee, and finally the Board of Electrical Engineering.
4) New provisions address apprenticeship requirements and when licensed practitioners are required.
5) The electrical plan analysis requirements were expanded in the 2017 edition to include additional protection coordination and arc flash analysis.
This document summarizes changes made between the 2009 and 2017 editions of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC). Key changes include:
1) The 2017 Code is intended for both licensed electrical practitioners and qualified persons, making it more broadly accessible.
2) Enforcement responsibility is given specifically to the Office of the Building Official, requiring capacity building for their personnel.
3) Interpretation involves three levels - licensed practitioners, the PEC Committee, and finally the Board of Electrical Engineering.
4) New provisions address apprenticeship requirements and when licensed practitioners are required.
5) The electrical plan analysis requirements were expanded in the 2017 edition to include additional protection coordination and arc flash analysis.
This document summarizes changes made between the 2009 and 2017 editions of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC). Key changes include:
1) The 2017 Code is intended for both licensed electrical practitioners and qualified persons, making it more broadly accessible.
2) Enforcement responsibility is given specifically to the Office of the Building Official, requiring capacity building for their personnel.
3) Interpretation involves three levels - licensed practitioners, the PEC Committee, and finally the Board of Electrical Engineering.
4) New provisions address apprenticeship requirements and when licensed practitioners are required.
5) The electrical plan analysis requirements were expanded in the 2017 edition to include additional protection coordination and arc flash analysis.
This document summarizes changes made between the 2009 and 2017 editions of the Philippine Electrical Code (PEC). Key changes include:
1) The 2017 Code is intended for both licensed electrical practitioners and qualified persons, making it more broadly accessible.
2) Enforcement responsibility is given specifically to the Office of the Building Official, requiring capacity building for their personnel.
3) Interpretation involves three levels - licensed practitioners, the PEC Committee, and finally the Board of Electrical Engineering.
4) New provisions address apprenticeship requirements and when licensed practitioners are required.
5) The electrical plan analysis requirements were expanded in the 2017 edition to include additional protection coordination and arc flash analysis.
1.0.1.1 (C) This Code is intended for the exclusive use of licensed electrical practitioners. This Code is not intended as a design specification nor an instruction manual for a nonlicensed electrical practitioner, unless under the supervision of a licensed electrical practitioner. PEC 2017 Edition 1.0.1.1 (C) This Code is intended as a design specification or an instruction manual for qualified persons. Impacts of Art. 1.0.1.1 (C) The Code are now not for exclusive used of licensed electrical practitioners. It more accessible even to non-electrical personnel. Remember : “SAFETY is EVERYBODY Business”. Qualified Person –One who has qualifications, skills and knowledge related to the construction and operation of the electrical equipment and installations and has received safety training to recognize and avoid the hazards involved. 1.0.1.4 Enforcement
PEC 2009 Edition
(a) This Code is intended for mandatory application by government bodies exercising legal jurisdiction over electrical installations. (b) These government bodies, only through a licensed electrical practitioner, shall have the responsibility of implementing of this Code provision in deciding on the approval of equipment and for granting the special permission contemplated in this Code, where it is assured the equivalent objectives can be achieved by establishing and maintaining effective safety. (d) This Code may require new products, constructions, or materials that may not yet be available at the time this Code is adopted. In such event, the authority having jurisdiction may permit the use of the products, constructions, or materials that comply with the most recent previous Edition of this Code adopted by the National Building Code. PEC 2017 Edition (A) This Code is intended for mandatory application by the Office of the Building Official/EE over electrical installations. (B) The Office of the Building Official/EE shall have the responsibility of implementing the provisions of this Code. (C) This Code may require new products, constructions, or materials that may not yet be available at the time this Code is adopted. In such event, the Office of the Building Official/EE may permit the use of the products, constructions, or materials that comply with the most recent previous Edition of this Code adopted by the National Building Code. Deleted provision on PEC 2009 Part 1 (c) The authority having jurisdiction may waive specific requirements in this Code or permit alternate methods where it is assured that equivalent objectives can be achieved by establishing and maintaining safety. Impacts On Enforcement The Office of the Building Official are given the clear authority to implement all the provisions of the Code. Needs for capacity building of the OBO. BOSH and COSH mandatory to all OBO personnel. Competency Training on the PEC Part I IIEE will provide free training for the OBO as part of its corporate social responsibility and in concerns for public safety. Others industry stakeholders like MERALCO, VECO, CEPALCO, and Davao Light can assists in the capacity building of the OBO. JVM – ISR. 1.0.1.6 Interpretation
PEC 2009 Edition
Upon the recommendation of the Code Committee, the Board of Electrical Engineering shall render the final decision in the interpretation of any portion of the PEC Part 1, in case of controversy. PEC 2017 Edition Interpretation of this Code shall be by licensed electrical practitioners. In case of conflicting interpretations, these may be referred to the PEC Part 1 Committee for interpretation. Should disagreement remain, thereafter, the Committee’s interpretation shall be referred to the Board of Electrical Engineering who shall render the final decision. Three-Level of Interpretation A. Licensed Electrical Practitioners In case of conflicting interpretation/s B. PEC Part I Committee For Final Interpretation/s C. Board of Electrical Engineering New Provisions on PEC 2017 Edition 1.0.1.10 Apprenticeship (A) RA 7920 or the national electrical engineering law requires apprenticeship as one of the qualifications to the registration and licensure examinations for Registered Master Electrician (RME), in order to practice electrical engineering in the Philippines. Knowledge and understanding of the PEC1 , and PEC2 form part of the examination given. 1.0.1.10 Apprenticeship (B) An apprentice shall undergo training under a person holding a valid certificate of registration and a valid professional license for the practice of electrical engineering under RA 7920 or the national electrical engineering law. 1.0.1.11 Services of Licensed Electrical Practitioners For decisions and actions involving a knowledge of electrical engineering and/or training in electrical installations and practices, the services of a licensed electrical practitioner is required. Art. 1.3- Electrical Plans and Specifications
PEC 2009 Edition
(F) Design Analysis Design analysis shall be included on the drawings or shall be submitted on separate sheets of standard size, and shall show: (1) Branch circuits, subfeeders, feeders, busways, and service entrance; (F) Design Analysis (2) Types, rating, and trip setting of overload protective devices; (3) Calculation of short circuit current for determining the interrupting capacity of overcurrent device for residential, commercial, and industrial establishment; (4) Calculation of voltage drops. (F) Design Analysis None!!!! PEC 2017 Edition (F) Design Analysis Design analysis shall be included on the drawings or shall be submitted on separate sheets of standard size, and shall show: (1) Branch circuits, subfeeders, feeders, busways, and service entrance; (F) Design Analysis (2) Types, rating, and trip setting of overload protective devices; (3) Calculation of voltage drops; (4) Calculation of short circuit current for determining the interrupting capacity of overcurrent device for residential, commercial, and industrial establishment. (F) Design Analysis (5) Protection coordination of overcurrent protective devices; (6) Arc-Flash Hazard Analysis to determine the required personal protective equipment in other than dwelling place. Impact of Art. 1.3- Electrical Plans and Specifications OBO will NOT accept electrical plans without Technical Analysis. Mandatory to all electrical plans. All Electrical Practitioners needs to know the requirements for Technical Analysis.
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