Maybe this is one of the more mundane topics, but I believe it is worthy of a dedicated discussion.
When doing a service change, we often are required to “bang in” a ground rod (or two) and connect them to the service. We also need to provide attachment points for landing ground wires by the cable / alarm / satellite guys. Here’s where things get confusing; Local ordinances often modify NEC rules, and trade practices vary considerably.
How do you do the job? I’d like to focus on these details:
-- Do you drive the rods below grade?
— If so, how are the connections inspected?
— What tool is used to drive the rods?
— What wire do you use?
— How do you protect the above-grade portion of the wire?
— Do you bond the wire to the buried end of the conduit? How?
— How do you connect multiple rods together?
— Do you take any steps to protect the wire connecting multiple rods?.
I’m in the middle of a service change, and my practices seem to be unusual around here. I’ve had some trouble finding my usual hardware.
Please post pictures; I plan to do so later this week.
