Another example: Who follows this rule from the NEC here; see the notes:

830.24 Mechanical Execution of Work. Network-powered
broadband communications circuits and equipment shall be
installed in a neat and workmanlike manner. Cables installed
exposed on the surface of ceilings and sidewalls shall be supported
by the building structure in such a manner that the
cable will not be damaged by normal building use. Such
cables shall be secured by hardware including straps, staples,
cable ties, hangers, or similar fittings designed and installed so
as not to damage the cable. The installation shall also conform
to 300.4(D) and 300.11.

Informational Note No. 1: Accepted industry practices are
described in ANSI/NECA/BICSI 568-2006, Standard for Installing
Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling;
ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-B.1-2004 — Part 1 General Requirements
Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling
Standard; ANSI/TIA-569-B-2004, Commercial Building Standard
for Telecommunications Pathways and Spaces;
ANSI/TIA-570-B-2009, Residential Telecommunications Infrastructure;
and other ANSI-approved installation standards.

Informational Note No. 2: See NFPA 90A-2009, Standard
for Installation of Air-Conditioning and Ventilating Systems,
for discrete combustible components installed in accordance
with 300.22(B) and (C).


Joe Tedesco, NEC Consultant