Which article is related to emergency systems?

Article 700 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) specifically addresses emergency systems. These systems are crucial for maintaining power in critical areas during a power outage, ensuring safety and functionality of essential services such as emergency lighting, fire alarms, and other life safety systems.

The article outlines requirements for the design, installation, and maintenance of these emergency systems, including provisions for reliable power supply and protection against hazards. This is vital to ensure that during an emergency, there is minimal disruption to safety measures and life-saving equipment.

The other articles mentioned focus on different areas: Article 680 pertains to swimming pools and similar installations; Article 675 deals with the grounding of electrical systems; while Article 685 addresses the installation requirements for signal and communication lines. None of these articles cover the specific aspects of emergency systems as comprehensively as Article 700 does.