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Old 11-21-2009, 01:45 PM   #39
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Default Re: Electrician question?

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Originally Posted by rack04 View Post
Thanks for the information. I don't understand why NEC requires the ground block attached to the ground rod to be buried. That would make inspection a little difficult.
I'm guessing because the connection to the rod is the 'weakest' electrical point with the most resistance. Having it buried keeps it in contact with the earth.
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