RedVector JCOM-00153

2026 NEC® Changes: Elevators, Electric Vehicles, and Swimming Pools

2026 NEC® Changes: Elevators, Electric Vehicles, and Swimming Pools

2 hrs. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: JCOM-00153

SME: Ryan Jackson

This course reviews key 2026 NEC® requirements affecting specialized equipment and installations, including elevators, electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), and swimming pool electrical systems. It examines safety and operational provisions such as equipment marking, surge protection, selective coordination, and emergency disconnect requirements. Learners will also explore Code provisions related to EVSE installation, including overcurrent protection, field marking, and the integration of power control systems. The course concludes with a review of electrical safety requirements for swimming pools and similar environments, including wiring methods, lighting, and bonding practices designed to protect people and equipment in wet and corrosive locations.
Course Objectives

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

  • Explain the marking requirements for elevator control panels.
  • Recall when surge protection is required for elevators.
  • Describe the rules for selective coordination at elevators.
  • Explain why Article 624 was created.
  • Recall who is allowed to install electric vehicle power supply equipment.
  • List the field marking requirements for electric vehicle supply equipment.
  • Describe why the personnel protection system requirement was removed from Article 625.
  • Determine the overcurrent protection requirements for EVSE.
  • Explain how a power control system can be used with EVSE.
  • Recall the emergency shutoff requirements for EVSE.
  • Indicate what types of receptacles are allowed for EVSE.
  • Describe the allowable equipment and wiring methods in corrosive locations around swimming pools.
  • Explain why GFCIs are not allowed between a motor and an adjustable speed drive for swimming pools.
  • List the requirements for lighting near swimming pools.
  • Describe the equipotential bonding requirements for swimming pools.
  • Discuss the rules for storable pools abutting permanent decks.
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)
FL - Engineer (General - 0000272)
Accreditation: This course reviews key 2026 NEC® requirements for specialized equipment and installations, including elevators, EVSE, and swimming pool electrical systems. Participants will learn updated safety, protection, marking, and bonding requirements to ensure compliant and safe 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)
NC - Engineer (General)
ND - Engineer (Health, Safety & Welfare)
NE - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.2 CEUs for this program.
NH - Engineer (General)
NJ - Engineer (General - 24GP000006300)
NM - Engineer (General)
NV - Engineer (General)
NY - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.2 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 - 24810)
UT - Engineer (General)
VA - Engineer (General)
VT - Engineer (General)
WI - Engineer (General)
WV - Engineer (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)
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)