Portable Generator Placement and Operation Requirements

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This video is dedicated to answering key electrical and life safety questions related to the placement requirements for portable generators in the 2024 edition of NFPA 1, Fire Code.
It highlights the requirements for portable and vehicle-mounted generators-which need a minimum of 20 ft (6.1 m) of separation from buildings-and also includes changes to the carbon monoxide mitigation requirements outlined in UL 2201, which has been updated for the 2024 edition.
Learn more about minimizing fire, shock, and carbon monoxide hazards associated with portable generators and how to ensure their wiring systems comply with NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®).
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