- Author
- Vaishnav, M. P.
- Title
- Electrical Aspects of the CSA/NBS Weatherization Study.
- Coporate
- National Bureau of Standards, Washington, DC Consumer Product Safety Commission, Washington, DC
- Report
- NBSIR 81-2203, January 1981, 53 p.
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
- wiring; | houses | safety | electric wire
- Abstract
- Results of a study to determine the present condition of the electrical wiring system in existing houses at ten sites across the country are presented in this report. The aim of the investigation was to develop information to assess the potential safety impact that the addition of thermal insulation to residential structures could have on their electrical systems. A previous study indicated the nature of some of the technical problems found in selected homes as identified by the residents and by inspectors having no formal training in electrical inspections. The present study is based on the evaluation of electrical problems in 157 houses by technically qualified persons.