RA 7920 Provision on Signing of Technical Documents and Drawings
Is it legal for a Professional Electrical Engineer (PEE) to sign and seal plans (drawings) and designs done by others? In legal terms, the answer to that question is NO. …
Safety in Design
It is a common sight in the Philippines to see structures, installations, and equipment not compliant with normal engineering standards. Filipino Engineers should be vigilant that safety in design and …
Ground and Bonding – What is the Difference?
Grounding and bonding are two completely different concepts covered in PEC Part 1 Article 2.50. Grounding is the connection to the earth, while Bonding is the mechanical connection to an …
Philippine Electrical Code – Working Spaces
Working space generally applies to the protection of the worker. Dedicated equipment space applies to the space reserved for future access to electrical equipment and to the protection of the …
Philippine Electrical Code – Metal Underground Water Pipe as Grounding Electrode
The Philippine Electrical Code allows a Metal Underground Water Pipe as a grounding electrode. 2.50.3.3(A)(1) Metal Underground Water Pipe. A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth …
Philippine Electrical Code – Equipment Grounding, Grounded and Neutral Conductors
The Philippine Electrical Code being a modified version of the National Electrical Code has many similarities in their provisions. A couple of many similar provisions are the color of the …