Douglas E. Stover, PE, LEED AP, Principal, Freeman White, Charlotte, N.C.
Articles
Healthcare Facilities June 1, 2008
Beyond electrical codes for better healthcare
Codes protect public health, safety, and general welfare as they relate to the construction and occupancy of buildings and structures. For healthcare facilities, patient safety is the backbone of the codes. Within the healthcare field, Article 517 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is the standard electrical code for patient safety.
By Douglas E. Stover, PE, LEED AP, Principal, Freeman White, Charlotte, N.C.