Republic of the Philippines

TECHHNICAL EDUCATION SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
formerly
KABASALAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Kabasalan, Zamboanga Sibugay
Region IX

PHILIPPINE
ELECTRICAL
CODE 2

OUTPUTS and
REFLECTION
PAPER of
CHAPTER 1
 Philippine Electrical Code Chapter 1: Introduction Test/Exam
Name: Ed Sweet Sanchez Sumile Subject & Code: Philippine Electrical Code
(ET 212)
Course & Year: BSET-2
Instructor: Mr. Philip Trayvilla

1. It is a text in a formal agreement that is printed smaller than the rest of the text,
sometimes in the hope that it will not be noticed. It supplements the article rules, they
are not part of the requirements but for information purposes only.

Answer: Fine-Print Notes (FPN)

2. The licensed electrical practitioners are PEE, REE and RME. What is the meaning of PEE?

Answer: Professional Electrical Engineering

3. The licensed electrical practitioners are PEE, REE and RME. What is the meaning of REE?

Answer: Registered Electrical Engineering

4. The licensed electrical practitioners are PEE, REE and RME. What is the meaning of
RME?

Answer: Registered Master Electrician

5. What is the purpose of this Code?

Answer: The purpose of this Code is the practical safeguarding of persons and
property from hazards arising from the use of electricity.

6. What is the intention of this Code?

Answer: This Code is intended for the exclusive use of licensed electrical
practitioners.

7. This Code is not intended as a design specification nor an instruction manual for a
_________________________, unless under the supervision of a licensed electrical
practitioner.

Answer: Non-licensed electrical practitioner

8. True or False. Application of electrical products and equipment for additional installation
or replacement is suggested to be consulted with a licensed electrical practitioner prior
to installation for safety.

Answer: True

9. What rule of this Code are those that identify actions that are allowed but not required?

Answer: Permissive Rule

10. What rule of this Code are those that identify actions that are specifically required or
prohibited and are characterized by the use of the terms shall or shall not?

Answer: Mandatory Rule

11. It is known as the modernized metric system.

Answer: International System of Units(SI)

12. In Wiring Planning, it is elsewhere provided in this Code that the number of wires and
circuits confined in a single enclosure be varyingly restricted. Limiting the number of
circuits in a single enclosure will minimizes the effects from a short circuit or ground
fault in one circuit.

Answer: Number of Circuits in Enclosures

13. In Wiring Planning, it is the plans and specifications that provide ample space in raceways,
spare raceways, and additional spaces allow for future increases in electric power and
communication circuits. Distribution centers located in readily accessible locations
provide convenience and safety of operation.

Answer: Future Expansion and Convenience

14. This Code has been approved and adopted by the

______________________________, Professional Regulation Commission.

Answer: Board of Electrical Engineering

15. True or False. Wiring system is recommended to be inspected and tested by a non-
licensed electrical practitioner at least once a year for wiring system of more than three
(3) years in installation.

Answer: False
 Philippine Electrical Code Chapter 1: Definitions Test/Exam
Name: Ed Sweet Sanchez Sumile Subject & Code: Philippine Electrical Code
(ET 212)
Course & Year: BSET-2
Instructor: Mr. Philip Trayvilla

1. What have you learned as we discuss the given topic?

Answer: In this part of the discussion, I learned a lot of meanings or definitions

essential to the proper application of this Code. I learned the definitions intended
to apply wherever the terms are used throughout this Code. Lastly, I learned the
definitions applicable only to the parts of articles specifically covering installations
and equipment operating at over 600 volts, nominal.

2. What is accessible (as applied to equipment)?

Answer: Admitting close approach; not guarded by locked doors, elevation, or other
effective means.

3. What is accessible (as applied to wiring method)?

Answer: Capable of being removed or exposed without damaging the building

structure or finish or not permanently closed in by the structure or finish of the
building.

4. What is accessible, readily (readily accessible)?

Answer: Capable of being reached quickly for operation, renewal, or inspections

without requiring those to whom ready access is requisite to climb over or remove
obstacles or to resort to portable ladders, and so forth

5. The current, in amperes, that a conductor can carry continuously under the conditions of
use without exceeding its temperature rating.

Answer: Ampacity

6. Utilization equipment, generally other than industrial, that is normally built in

standardized sizes or types and is installed or connected as a unit to perform one or
more functions such as clothes washing, air conditioning, food mixing, deep frying, and so
forth.

Answer: Appliance

7. Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.

Answer: Approved

8. What is (AHJ)?
 Answer: Authority Having Jurisdiction

9. A device that, by insertion in a receptacle, establishes a connection between the

conductors of the attached flexible cord and the conductors connected permanently to
the receptacle.

Answer: Attachment Plug (Plud Cap) (Plug)

10. Self-acting, operating by its own mechanism when actuated by some impersonal influence,
as, for example, a change in current, pressure, temperature, or mechanical configuration.

Answer: Automatic
 Philippine Electrical Code Chapter 1: Permits and Inspection
Certificates Test/Exam
Name: Ed Sweet Sanchez Sumile Subject & Code: Philippine Electrical Code
(ET 212)
Course & Year: BSET-2
Instructor: Mr. Philip Trayvilla

1-4. Before starting any installation work, alternation, repair or extension on any
electrical system. Who are those 4 persons shall obtain Electrical Permit for buildings, trailers,
mobile homes?

Answers:
1. Owners
2. Lessors
3, Operators Occupants
4. Licensed Electrical Practitioners

5. An assembly of a fuse support with either a fuse-holder, fuse carrier, or disconnecting

blade. The fuse-holder or fuse carrier may include a conducting element (fuse link) or may act
as the disconnecting blade by the inclusion of a non-fusible member.

Answer: Cut Out

6. What is the definition of Marina?

Answer: Maritime Industry Authority

7. In securing the electrical permit, the services of a licensed electrical practitioner is

required under the New Electrical Engineering Law in what Act?

Answer: R.A. 7920

8-9. What are the two requirements for Electrical Permit?

Answers:
8. Signatures
9. Submittals

10-15. Give the 6 Electrical Permit shall include the following minimum information.

Answers:
10. Applicant
 11. Professional Electrical Engineer who signed and sealed electrical plans and
specifications.
12. Licensed Electrical Practitioner who is in-charge of electrical works.
13. Building Owner
14. Lot Owner
15. Building Official

16. In what part of Electrical Inspection shall be filed with the government authority
concerned before a preliminary and/or final inspection is done?

Answer: Application for Inspection

17. In what part of Electrical Inspection shall be connected or reconnected to any power
supply or any other source of electrical energy without a Certificate of Final Electrical
Inspection/Completion obtained from the local building official signed by their respective
licensed electrical practitioner?

Answer: Certificate of Inspection

18. What is the meaning of PRC?

Answer: Professional Regulation Commission

19. What is the appropriate metric drawing scales shall be used?

Answer: Drawing Scale

20. Since the size of the drawing sheet can be changed photographically, graphic scale
shall be shown on each drawing sheet.

Answer: Graphic Scale

 Philippine Electrical Code Chapter 1: Requirements for Electrical
Installations Test/Exam
Name: Ed Sweet Sanchez Sumile Subject & Code: Philippine Electrical Code
(ET 212)
Course & Year: BSET-2
Instructor: Mr. Philip Trayvilla

1. An Electrical equipment that depends on the natural circulation of air and convection
principles for cooling of exposed surfaces shall be installed so that room airflow over
such surfaces is not prevented by walls.

Answer: Cooling

2. Electrical equipment shall be firmly secured to the surface on which it is mounted.

Wooden plugs driven into holes in masonry, concrete, plaster, or similar materials.

Answer: Mounting

3. In judging equipment, considerations such as the following shall be evaluated.

Answer: Examination

4. This article covers general requirements for the persons using or likely to come in
contact with the equipment examination and approval, installation and use, access to
and spaces about electrical conductors and equipment; enclosures intended.

Answer: Scope

5. It is a conductors and equipment required or permitted by this Code.

Answer: Approval

6. The rating of electricity shall be less than the nominal voltage of a circuit.

Answer: Voltages

7. Electrical equipment shall be installed in net and work man like manner.

Answer: Mechanical Execution of work

8. Is a conductor shall be spliced or joined with splicing devices identified for the use or
by brazing, welding or soldering with a fusible material or alloy.

Answer: Splices
 9. This is connection of conductors to terminal parts shall ensure a thoroughly good
connection without damaging the conductors shall be made by means of pressure
connectors.

Answer: Terminals
10. Rectangular access openings in shall not be less than 650 mm x 550 mm round access
openings in a man hole shall not be less than 650 mm in diameter.

Answer: Dimensions
11-15. Give me five categories on how to access to manholes?

Answers:
11. Dimensions
12. Obstructions
13. Location
14. Covers
15. Marking

16-20. Essay Type: What is the importance of Electrical Installation? minimum 50 words.
(5 pts.)

Answer:
Electricity has made our lives fast, easy and comfortable. Almost everything around us
needs some or the other type of electrical installation. According to researchers, electrical
fires are accountable for almost 300 deaths every year. Most of these fatal accidents are the
result of defective electrical fittings. Improper wiring set up, circuit beakers and abnormal use
of extension wires are the largest contributors to these deadly events. So, it's very important
to hire the right professional who has experience in electrical jobs. Proper installation and
maintenance is very important in both commercial and residential facilities. Listed below are the
importance of proper installation and maintenance for your home or business edifice.

 Good installation and maintenance is equivalent to safety

A rule of thumb says that the worse it looks, the less likely the installation has been
completed by a professional. When wirings are properly installed, wires are basically well
tightened up and aligned in proper places. Some high voltage wirings are sealed in
insulators to avoid accidents and unexpected electrocution. Professional electricians also
follow a certain pattern or design in wiring to reflect good installations. For instance,
high-voltage wires are usually hidden behind walls, which serve as their insulators. This
keeps the place's surroundings clean and arranged while people that are passing by are
safe from potential injuries caused by faulty wiring.
 Proper labeling saves money and time
Proper installations require clear labeling on wiring with tags, connection jacks, and other
fixtures. Some wires also have different colors to determine their functions. When wires
are in proper places, it would be easy for the electrician to determine which wire needs
fixtures using color coding. The lesser time the electrician would spend for fixture, the
lesser cost you would pay especially if the electrician charges per hour.
 Proper maintenance paves the way for efficiency
Proper maintenance can be achieved by doing a regular system audit to check for the
simplest fix faults, which may arise into bigger problems. This is very essential especially
for quality control whether or not your business edifice is big. For further stage of
quality control, proper maintenance can also be used for future installation needs.

Reflection Paper of Chapter 1

Name: Ed Sweet Sanchez Sumile Subject & Code: Philippine Electrical

Course & Year: BSET-2 Code (ET 212)
Instructor: Mr. Philip Trayvilla

An electrical code is a set of regulations for the design and installation of

electrical wiring in a building. The intention of a code is to provide standards to ensure
electrical wiring systems that are safe for people and property.

Article 1.0 Introduction has a purpose which let us understand the cause for
something that is done or formed, a scope which let us learn the extent of the area or
subject matter dealt with by something, an authority which gives us privilege to issue
orders, make choices and impose compliance, an enforcement which let us remember
the act of requiring observance of a law, rule, or obligation, an interpretation which let us
do the activity of describing something’s significance, an examination of equipment for
safety which let us to inspect whether work equipment can be properly handled,
configured and maintained, a wiring planning that simplifies the pictorial image of an
electric circuit, and metric units of measurement that are in line with the new modern
metric system recognized as the International Unit System.

Article1.1 Definitions, this article only contains certain definitions which are
necessary for the proper implementation of this Code. The aim is not to use widely
defined general terms or commonly defined technical terms from linked codes and
standards. It is also in alphabetical order so that it’s easy to find the word.
Article 1.2 Permits and Inspection Certificates, the importance, significance,
value, purpose, power, and worth of Permits and Inspection Certificates are included in
this article section.

Article 1.3.1 General. On the drawing papers, electrical plans and sketches shall
be drawn. Sufficient sizes with metric sketches shall be used. When the size of the
drawing sheet might well be changed pictorially, the graphic scale of every drawing
sheet shall be seen. Article 1.3.2 Plans and Specifications, It also points out the steps
to be taken to reach the goals. Article1.3.3 Substation Plans and Specifications,
substations convert voltage from highest to the lowest, or reverse, or execute other
critical functions that’s why it needs specific plans to avoid disaster and tragedy.

Article 1.10 Requirements for Electrical Installations, addresses general

specifications for the inspection and acceptance, installation and usage, access to and
spaces around electrical conductors and equipment; enclosures designed for staff entry;
and tunnel installations.