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Rule 61G15-33.008. Design of Grounding Systems

Amended December 4, 2017 (current)

(1) Grounding Systems are passive systems used to establish an electrical potential reference point in an electrical system, a common return path for fault current, or a direct connection to earth for the proper dissipation of energy in case of abnormal or transient conditions.

(2) Electrical Engineering Documents for grounding systems must include the following information, if applicable to the particular project:

(a) Type and location of grounding electrodes.

(b) Bonding requirements.

(c) Testing requirements.

(d) Conductor material type, size and protection requirements. Rulemaking Authority 471.008, 471.033(2) FS. Law Implemented 471.033 FS. History–New 5-19-93, Formerly 21H-33.008, Amended 11-13-08, 12-4-17.