RedVector JCOM-00152

2026 NEC Changes: Specific Occupancies and Locations

2026 NEC Changes: Specific Occupancies and Locations

1 hr. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: JCOM-00152

SME: Ryan Jackson

From gas station emergency shutoffs that could save lives to marina electrical systems that prevent deadly "electric shock drowning," the 2026 NEC introduces critical safety changes for some of the most hazardous electrical installations you'll encounter. This comprehensive course covers the essential updates to specific occupancies and locations, including new boundary seal requirements for Class I hazardous locations, expanded emergency disconnect rules for fuel dispensing facilities, revised ground fault protection requirements for healthcare facilities, and crucial bonding changes for marinas and boatyards. Led by NEC expert and code panel member Ryan Jackson, you'll gain the practical knowledge needed to safely design and install electrical systems in these specialized environments while ensuring full compliance with the latest code requirements.
Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the boundary seal requirements for Class I locations.
  • Recall the rules for emergency disconnects at fuel dispensing facilities.
  • Describe capacity requirements for optional power sources at health care facilities.
  • Recall when GFPE is required at health care facilities.
  • List the requirements for GFCI protection in wet procedure locations of health care facilities.
  • Explain how Article 700 applies to Article 517.
  • Describe the rules for surge protection for mobile and manufactured homes.
  • Recall the maximum allowable voltage for pier distribution at marinas and boatyards.
  • Describe when an engineered design is required at marinas, boatyards, and similar facilities.
  • Explain the bonding requirements for marinas, boatyards, and similar facilities.
  • Recall when a general-purpose receptacle is required at marina outlets.
  • List the GFCI and GFPE requirements for marinas, boatyards, and similar facilities.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Ryan Jackson
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Ryan Jackson is a combination inspector in the Salt Lake City, Utah, area. He began his career as a carpenter while in high school, and began doing electrical work at the age of 18. At the age of 23 Ryan landed his first job as an electrical inspector, and subsequently became certified in building, plumbing, and mechanical inspection, as well as building and electrical plan review. Two years after becoming an inspector, he was approached by a friend in the area asking him to fill in at an electrical seminar for him. After his first class he was hooked, and is now a highly sought after seminar instructor. Ryan has taught in several states, and loves helping people increase their understanding of the Code.

 

He has been involved in writing and editing over 25 books on the National Electrical Code, and has taught the subject in multiple states and for multiple colleges and universities. He is self-employed as an NEC® consultant and inspector.

 
When Ryan isn’t working, he can often be found in his garage turning wood on his lathe, in his basement exercising, or any quiet place where he can dive into a book. He is also a rabid University of Utah football fan. Ryan married his high school sweetheart, Sharie, and they have two beautiful children together: Kaitlynn and Aaron.
State Licenses
AK - Engineer (General)
AL - Engineer (General)
AR - Engineer (General)
CO - Electrician (General)
DE - Engineer (General)
DE - Home Inspector (General)
FL - Engineer (General - 0000271)
Accreditation: This course reviews the key 2026 NECĀ® updates for specific occupancies and hazardous locations, including fuel dispensing facilities, healthcare facilities, marinas, and boatyards. Participants will learn new requirements for emergency disconnects, hazardous location seals, ground-fault protection, and bonding to ensure safety and code compliance in specialized installations.
GA - Engineer (General)
IA - Engineer (General)
ID - Engineer (General)
IL - Engineer, Professional (General)
IL - Engineer, Structural (General)
KS - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
KY - Engineer (General)
LA - Engineer (General)
MA - Electrician (General)
MD - Engineer (General)
ME - Engineer (General)
MI - Engineer (General)
MN - Engineer (General)
MO - Engineer (General)
MS - Engineer (General)
MT - Engineer (General)
MT - Home Inspector (General)
NC - Engineer (General)
ND - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
NE - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
NH - Engineer (General)
NJ - Engineer (General - 24GP000006300)
NM - Engineer (General)
NM - Home Inspector (General)
NV - Engineer (General)
NY - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.
OH - Engineer (General)
OK - Engineer (General)
OR - Engineer (General)
PA - Engineer (General)
PR - Engineer (General)
SC - Engineer (General)
SD - Engineer (General)
TN - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
TX - Engineer (General)
UT - Electrician (Core - 24611)
UT - Engineer (General)
VA - Engineer (General)
VA - Home Inspector (General)
VT - Engineer (General)
WI - Engineer (General)
WI - Home Inspector (General)
WV - Engineer (General)
WV - Home Inspector (General)
WY - Engineer (General)
Professional Organizations
American Academy of Environmental Engineers - AAEES - Member (General)
American Society of Civil Engineers - ASCE - Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers (ACOPNE) (General)
American Society of Civil Engineers - ASCE - Academy of Geo-Professionals (AGP) (General)
American Society of Civil Engineers - ASCE - American Academy of Water Resources Engineer (AAWRE) (General)
American Society of Home Inspectors - ASHI (General)
Association for Facilities Engineering - AFE - Certification (General)
Association of Energy Engineers - AEE - Certification (Technical)
Board of Certified Safety Professionals - BCSP - Certification (General)
Canada - Alberta Engineer (General)
Canada - British Columbia Engineer (General)
Canada - Manitoba Engineer (General)
Canada - New Brunswick Engineer (General)
Canada - Newfoundland and Labrador Engineer (General)
Canada - Northwest Territories and Nunavut Engineer (General)
Canada - Nova Scotia Engineer (General)
Canada - Ontario Engineer (General)
Canada - Prince Edward Island Engineer (General)
Canada - Quebec Engineer (General)
Canada - Saskatchewan Engineer (General)
Canada - Yukon Engineer (General)
International Association of Certified Home Inspectors - InterNACHI - Member (General)
International Association of Electrical Inspectors - IAEI - Certifications (General)
International Facility Management Association - IFMA - Certified Facility Manager (CFM) (General)
International Society of Automation - ISA - Certifications (General)
National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies - NICET (General)