Electricity and Electrical Inspections: From the Inside Out
This course is intended to be an informative and educational
overview of electricity and electrical inspections, which are pertinent to professional
inspectors. Because of the nature of
electricity and the responsibility that electrical inspections inherently
possess, it is important to review the basics from time to time. An understanding of electricity and
electrical systems is integral to a safe, secure, and functional home.
Additionally, incorrectly managed electrical systems can
carry a high degree of danger; therefore, these inspections must be compliant
with relevant NFPA and NEC codes. Upon
the completion of this course, the professional inspector will have a renewed
understanding of electrical inspection requirements.
This course will provide a brief history of electricity and
the scientists who contributed the building blocks that made our modern-day
electrical theories, principles, and systems possible. We will then discuss
safety preparedness and adequate preparation when performing a safe electrical
inspection, as well as the steps involved in an electrical inspection. Lastly, we will provide an overview of
effective communication to communicate the findings of the inspection to the
client.