The following is a list of the most common deficiencies found with electrical installations in the State of New Hampshire. The list is in random order and it has been formatted to the 2005 edition of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70-2005).

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	1.) A grounding electrode conductor that is attached to the grounded conductor or equipment grounding terminal bar of a remote panelboard.
	2.) The bonding of metal water piping in the vicinity of separately derived systems.
	3.) The non-use of expansion fittings in Rigid Non-Metallic (PVC) conduits that are subject to thermal expansion and contraction.
	4.) The non-use of expansion fittings on conduits emerging from the earth where attached to fixed equipment and are installed in locations that are subject to ground movement.
	5.) The improper installation and securing of expansion fittings in runs of Rigid Non-Metallic (PVC) Conduit.
	6.) Use of electrical equipment without following the manufacturer’s instructions.
	7.) The non-bonding of service raceways and equipment.
	8.) The non-use of a locking type disconnect for submersible well pump motors.
	9.) The improper connection of septic pumps.
	10.) Clearances working clearances, headroom, dedicated space.
	11.) Failure to re-identify the white conductor in cables installed for the purpose of switching, employing the white conductor as an ungrounded conductor.
	12.) The terminating of more than one grounded conductor under a single terminal.
	13.) The failure to support luminaires to the ceiling grid in suspended ceilings.
	14.) The flexible connection to emergency system equipment in hospitals.
	15.) The mechanical protection of fire pump wiring and control wiring.
	16.) The location of the disconnecting means for Emergency Systems.
	17.) The separation of Emergency System Conductors from other conductors.
	18.) Emergency, Legally Required and Optional Standby Signs
	19.) The sealing of underground raceways or raceways that are exposed to different temperatures.