Standard for Temporary Lighting Strings

Designation Number:
CAN/ULC-S1088:2015
Status:
Proceeding to development
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1.1 These requirements cover temporary lighting strings rated not more than 20 A, 125 V, intended for indoor and outdoor use to provide temporary illumination during the period of construction, remodeling, maintenance, repair, or demolition of buildings or structures, or similar activities, in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code), Part I, CSA C22.1, Section 76, and the U.S. National Electrical Code (NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70, Article 590.

 
1.2 These requirements cover temporary lighting strings consisting of a factory assembly of flexible cord, or cable, incorporating at least two non-replaceable light sources or two lampholders provided with lamp guards. The complete assembly is intended for connection to a branch circuit.

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