Best Gfci Podcasts (2025)

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🎙️ Podcast Episode: “How Often Should I Test My GFCI Outlets?” ⚡ 0:50

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🎙️ Podcast Episode: “How Often Should I Test My GFCI Outlets?” ⚡🧰 GFCI outlets are your home’s first line of defense against electrical shock — but only if they’re working properly! 💧⚡ In this episode, we’ll explain how often you should test your GFCI outlets, the right way to do it, and what the test and reset buttons actually mean. 🏠🔘 Learn how r…

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🎙️ Podcast Episode: “GFCI Outlets: Why Water and Electricity Don’t Mix!” ⚡ 0:31

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🎙️ Podcast Episode: “GFCI Outlets: Why Water and Electricity Don’t Mix!” ⚡🚿 Ever wondered why your bathroom or kitchen outlets look different? 🤔 Those are GFCI outlets, and they’re designed to save your life by preventing electric shock where water is present. 💧⚡ In this episode, we explain how GFCI outlets work, where they’re required in your home…

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⚡ What Are GFCI Outlets? 6:44

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In this episode Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric explains what GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlets are, where they’re required in a home, and how they protect people from dangerous electrical shocks in wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, garages, and outdoors. Luke also discusses testing and lifespan of GFCIs, why regular testing ma…

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⚡ Can I Add More Outlets Without the Headache: Simple Electrical Upgrades for Any Home 6:30

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⚡ Today on the Check A Pro Radio Show! We’re joined by Luke Strange, expert from Cool Hand Electric, to talk about adding electrical circuits in your home. 💡🏠 Thinking about a new appliance, EV charger, or home office setup? Luke explains when and why you need additional circuits—and how to do it safely and efficiently! ✅ 🔥 Don’t risk overloading y…

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⚡ Why Your Circuit Breaker Needs a Yearly Reset 0:35

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⚡ New Podcast Alert! ⚡ Circuit breaker maintenance is CRITICAL for your home’s safety! 🏠🔥 Expert guest Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric 🔌 joins host Jim Klauck on the Check A Pro Radio Show to talk all things electrical safety and why routine maintenance matters! ✅ 🎧 Tune in now and protect your home from electrical hazards! This episode explai…

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Do I Need To Upgrade My Electrical Panel In My Home? 6:48

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🎧 Podcast Episode: Do I Need To Upgrade My Electrical Panel In My Home? On today’s episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, host Jim Klauck is joined by trusted electrical expert, Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electricl to answer a common homeowner question: "Do I need to upgrade my electrical panel?" In this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, join…

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What Is A Tamper Resistant Outlet? 8:10

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Join Check A Pro Joe as he sits down with Cool Hand Luke from Cool Hand Electric to discuss the critical topic of electrical safety in your home. In this episode, they delve into the benefits of tamper-resistant outlets, which are now a standard safety feature in modern homes. Luke shares his insights on how these outlets protect children and ensur…

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What Is Whole House Surge Protection? 6:30

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In this episode of Check A Pro Radio, join us for an engaging discussion with Luke Strange about the significance of surge protection for your home's electronics. Discover why whole house surge protectors are crucial in safeguarding your appliances and sensitive electronics from unpredictable power spikes, especially in areas prone to frequent ligh…

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What Are The Signs Of A Potential Electrical Fire Hazard? 9:34

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Today, Check A Pro Joe, Jim Klauck has an enlightening conversation with Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric. Discover the origins of the catchy company name and how it ties back to a memorable film character. In this episode, Luke shares invaluable insights on identifying and preventing electrical fire hazards in homes. From overloaded circuits t…

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Does Cool Hand Electric Install Generators? - The Rise of Standby Generators 10:20

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In this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, host Jim Klauck and guest Cool Hand Luke (Luke Strange) explore the rising importance and benefits of standby generators, especially in areas with frequent power outages. They discuss how these generators, which have become more accessible and affordable, automatically kick in during power cuts to ensu…

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What Are The Different Types of Electrical Panels? 5:55

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Join us in this episode of Check A Pro Radio as Check A Pro Joe sits down with Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric. Luke shares his expert insights on the different types of electrical panels found in homes, ranging from economy-style aluminum bus bar panels to more robust copper varieties. Discover the key differences, including the lifespan and …

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Can You Explain The Process of Installing a New Electrical Circuit? 6:12

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In this episode of Check A Pro Radio, Jim Klauck sits down with Luke Strange, a seasoned electrician, to delve into the intricacies of electrical circuits. Luke explains what an electrical circuit is and the process involved in installing a new one. He highlights the importance of circuit breakers, which safeguard the circuits by cutting power unde…

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Why Do My Light Bulbs Blow Out Frequently? 5:12

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In this episode, special guest Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric joins Jim Klauck to discuss a common household issue: frequent light bulb blowouts. He explains the various factors that can contribute to this problem, including the type of bulbs used and external variables like voltage fluctuations. Luke emphasizes the importance of switching fr…

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What Is The Difference Between A Fuse And A Circuit Breaker? 5:42

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In this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, we explore the differences between fuses and circuit breakers in home electrical systems with our expert guest, "Cool Hand Luke." We discuss why fuses are no longer commonly used in modern homes and the benefits of circuit breakers, which include safety and convenience. Luke shares valuable insights in…

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What Could Be Tripping My Circuit Breaker? 7:13

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In this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, we delve into a common household issue: tripping circuit breakers. Our host invites electrical expert Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric to explain the possible reasons behind this frustrating problem. Luke highlights various causes, such as overloaded circuits, faulty appliances, water intrusion, an…

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Can You Install An EV Charging Station at My Home? 8:10

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Join us in this episode as we sit down with Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric, our go-to electrical expert, to discuss the ins and outs of installing EV charging stations at home. Luke shares invaluable tips on bringing the appropriate power from your home's electrical panel to your EV charging station, ensuring a safe and efficient setup. We de…

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Why Do My Lights Dim When My Air Conditioner Turns On? 5:31

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In this episode, we tackle a common question for Texas homeowners: "Why do my lights dim every time my air conditioning system comes on?" Luke explains the massive power draw required to start an air conditioning unit and how it affects your home's electrical system. He delves into the technical aspects, such as Ohm's Law, and the importance of goo…

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Why Is My Electrical Switch Hot? 5:40

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Welcome to this episode of Check A Pro Radio! Today, we have Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric, our resident electrical expert, to answer a crucial question: why is my electrical switch hot? Luke delves into the common causes of hot switches, including issues with poor connections, dirt, and partially turned switches. He explains how these probl…

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What Are Hidden Dangers of Faulty Outlets? 6:28

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Welcome to the Check A Pro Radio Show! In this episode, Check A Pro Joe is joined by electrical expert Luke Strange to discuss the critical issue of faulty outlets in homes. Luke shares valuable insights into the potential dangers and common causes of malfunctioning outlets. They delve into the importance of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs…

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What Is An Electrical Circuit Short? 6:51

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Welcome to another episode of Check A Pro Radio! Today, we're delving into the crucial topic of your home's electrical system. Our special guest, Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric, joins us to shed light on common electrical issues and how to address them safely. We kick off the discussion by understanding what an electrical circuit is and what …

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What Is A GFCI Outlet? 7:16

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Welcome to the Check a Pro Radio Show, where home improvement is our passion. In this episode, we discuss those mysterious outlets with buttons near your sink, garage, or swimming pool. These are GFCI outlets, crucial for your safety, and we're here to demystify them for you. Join us as we talk with expert electrician Luke Strange from Cool Hand El…

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What Is Your Why At Cool Hand Electric? 4:35

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Join us for an inspiring episode of Check A Pro Radio as host Joe welcomes Luke Strange from Cool Hand Electric. Luke, a pre-qualified home service professional, shares his journey from learning the trade to establishing his own business and the challenges he faced along the way. Discover Luke's compelling 'why'—the driving force behind his team's …

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What are 4 Lightning Scenarios that Cause Problems? Part 5 16:11

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses Part 5 of a 5-part series about lightning strike scenarios and the ways to protect against them. In the previous four episodes, we discussed the 4 lightning scenarios that cause damage: cloud-to-cloud strikes, nearby ground strikes, strike to incoming power lines, and finall…

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What are 4 Lightning Scenarios that Cause Problems? Part 4 8:35

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses Part 4 of a 5-part series about lightning strike scenarios and the ways to protect against them. Direct lightning strikes are the fourth and least common scenario that can damage your building. However, a direct lightning strike can be very powerful and cause major damage. T…

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What are 4 Lightning Scenarios that Cause Problems? Part 3 7:24

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses Part-3 of a 5-part series about lightning strike scenarios and the ways to protect against them. Ground strikes are the second most common source of lightning damage, due to the direct coupling of ground currents traveling through the earth and into the concrete encased stee…

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What are 4 Lightning Scenarios that Cause Problems? Part 2 6:24

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses Part-2 of a 5-part series about lightning strike scenarios and the ways to protect against them. Ground strikes are the second most common source of lightning damage, due to the direct coupling of ground currents traveling through the earth and into the concrete encased stee…

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What are 4 Lightning Scenarios that Cause Problems? Part 1 8:05

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses Part-1 of a 5-part series about lightning strike scenarios and the ways to protect against them. Air-to-Air strikes are the most common source of lightning damage, due to electromagnetic fields (EMF) and the damage this interference causes to electronic systems. Understandin…

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What are Ground Loops? 9:35

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E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin responds to viewers' questions about the differences between ground “loops” and ground “rings”. Ground loops are a common term that is often ill defined and even more often used inappropriately. Typically, ground loops are used to define a process where the return currents (neutral currents) are allow…

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How Can Step-Voltage Accidents be Prevented? 8:39

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin responds to viewers questions about the dangers of Step Voltages. Step voltages are a very dangerous and unseen hazard. Primarily caused by lightning strikes or downed power lines, step voltages are large differences in potential that are a short distance from each other, which can tu…

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The Importance of Addressing Grounding Systems at the Beginning of the Project 14:16

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President DavidStockin goes into detail on the importance of addressing your grounding system during the design process and how not doing so can cause costs to dramatically increase. David discusses the issues that can arise when grounding is an afterthought instead of a forethought and tells us a few of the…

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What are the Top 3 Things the NEC Needs to Change? 13:14

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In this Episode of Ask the Grounding Experts, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses the Top 3 areas of improvement that are needed in Article 250, the Grounding Section, of the National Electrical Code (NEC). In particular, the importance of installing a copper wire in branch circuits instead of using steel conduit is discussed.…

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What are the Grounding Challenges at Solar Farms? 9:31

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In this episode, E&S President David Stockin discusses the grounding challenges that you can encounter at solar farms. For a video of this podcast, please visit our YouTube Channel at E&S Grounding Solutions. For more information or to sign up for some of our world-renowned educational classes, please visit our website at www.ESgrounding.com Please…

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What is the Difference Between a Ground Wire and a Neutral Wire? 8:01

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In this episode, our President, David Stockin walks us through the difference between a ground wire and a neutral wire. The differences might surprise you! For a video of this podcast, please visit our YouTube Channel at E&S Grounding Solutions. For more information or to sign up for some of our world-renowned educational classes, please visit our …

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When Did the IEC Start Requiring Ground Rods? 9:42

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses a requirement for ground rods in the IEC – it may be surprising to learn when this requirement was introduced! There are several reasons why a ground rod should be installed at every home’s electrical service panel, rather than rely upon the ground rod for the utility’s tran…

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What Are the Different Electrical Codes Around the World? 12:24

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin chats with us about electrical codes used around the world. Not every country and region follow the same standard or code, but most of these guiding documents derive their requirements from two main sources. These codes are frequently being updated as advancements are made in technolo…

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What Happens When Lightning Strikes a Tower (Part 2) 13:22

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin continues looking at an example of lightning striking a large metal tower. The connection between electrodes and earth will determine the potential difference across the ground, so it is important to understand what causes the potential difference and why engineers should work to mini…

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What Happens When Lightning Strikes a Tower (Part 1) 14:02

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There are a number of electrical phenomena that occur when lightning strikes an object. In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President, David Stockin walks us through those and tells us what we can do about it. For more info, please visit www.ESgrounding.com. Please follow us on Social Media for updates and behind the scenes info: Instagram: @A…

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What is the Curse of Resistance to Ground Specifications? 16:01

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin explores the topic of resistance-to-ground specifications. It is important to consider the justification for specifying a particular value of resistance-to-ground. Can a very low value always be achieved? Does it matter? While some installations may have a valid need for a low resista…

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What is Continuity Testing? (Part 2) 12:32

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin builds upon the previous episode’s discussion on testing the continuity of a grounding system, this time focusing on the clamp-on method. In this method, the clamp-on meter will induce a current on the system in two directions. The clamp-on meter can then determine the resistance. Nor…

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What is Continuity Testing? (Part 1) 12:38

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin begins a discussion on testing the continuity of a grounding system, focusing on the two-point method. In this method, resistance measurements are made at numerous points in the facility, taking each measurement with the same reference point. One measurement between two points does no…

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What is Resistance to Ground Measurement? (Part 2) 13:03

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin concludes a two-part series on resistance to ground measurements by discussing the induced frequency test, often called the “Clamp-On Method." In this method, a comparison is made between an induced current and a return current, while the test voltage is held constant. When the meter …

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What is Resistance to Ground Measurement? (Part 1) 12:15

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin sits down to chat about the three-point fall-of-potential method for conducting a resistance to ground measurement. In this method, there is a particular location for a potential probe that will help produce a reasonably accurate result for the test. However, it is important to take r…

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What is the 4-Point Soil Resistivity Test? (Part 2) 9:20

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin continues a discussion on the Wenner four-point method for testing soil resistivity. Sounding should occur at least to the extent of the sphere of influence, which can be determined from the diagonal length of the grounding system. Selecting the proper intervals of test probe spacing …

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What is the 4-Point Soil Resistivity Test? (Part 1) 9:52

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses the Wenner four-point method for testing soil resistivity. Selecting proper spacing of the four test probes must be considered when measuring the resistivity at various depths into the earth. It is important to investigate how the measurements may differ between seasons and …

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What are the Common Tests for Grounding Systems? 8:31

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin chats about three tests commonly used to test a grounding system. A four-point test reveals properties about the soil surrounding the grounding system. A three-point test can be used to measure the resistance from one or more metal electrodes to the earth. A two-point test helps to co…

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What is the Difference Between Grounding and Bonding? 9:53

4+ y ago9:53

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin chats about the difference between ground (earthing) and bonding. OSHA defines grounding as the intentional connection of an object likely to become energized to earth. Bonding is to intentionally connect to objects likely to become energized, to ensure that there are no differences i…

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How do GFCIs and Circuit Breakers Work? 9:19

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stockin discusses GFCIs and circuit breakers. Ground Fault Circuit Interruptor's (GFCI) or Residual Current Devices (RCD) are automatic circuit disconnection devices that measure the difference in amperage between the hot and the neutral conductors in a circuit. If a minimal current is detect…

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What is a Fault Current Path? 6:41

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In this episode, E&S Grounding Solutions President David Stocking explains what a fault current path is. The Equipment Grounding Conductor (EGC) or Protective Earth Conductor (PE) are mandatory conductors in both the NEC and IEC codes to ensure that circuit breakers and fuses will trip and protect the circuit. These conductors form an important par…

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Do Lightning Protection Systems Work? 9:37

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In this episode, E&S Ground Solutions President David Stockin talks about lightning protection systems and whether or not they actually work. Lightning Protections Systems have been proven to be an effective method for protecting structures from lightning damage since the days of Benjamin Franklin. Providing an alternate and more conductive path to…

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What is a Grounding Electrode? 8:40

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Interested in learning about electrical grounding and earthing electrodes? In this episode, E&S Solutions President David Stockin discusses the various types of grounding rods, plates, conductors, footings, and rings found in the codes from around the world. For a video of this podcast, please visit our YouTube Channel at E&S Grounding Solutions. F…