Emergency System, Classification [700.2]

For most of us, a loss of utility or normal electrical power is an inconvenience and is usually restored as soon as humanly possible. But where electrical power is essential for maintaining safety to human life, an emergency electrical system is required. Do you know what types of occupancies might require this consideration and who classifies these systems as emergency? To answer these questions and fully understand what distinguishes an ‘Emergency System’ from a ‘Backup System, read the attached text (paying particular attention the ‘Informational Note’) and listen to the podcast as me and a panel of experts explain.