NABCEP Call for comments [RE-wrenches]

[Nick Houser]

Right you are William-----Treating the inspector like a leper is not the
answer;  he can be your best business asset. Once he is familiar with your
installation style, the niggling gripes will go away, and maybe he will
start giving you leads, like mine does. At least he can stop the competion
from getting away with shoddy practice and unearned profits---get to know
him; not all of them are "idiots", probably just underexperienced with our
obsession. make a point of checking out conductor sizes and types in advance
of installation-----;  saves an argument later.  Nick Houser   Off Grid
Power.
----- Original Message -----
From: "William Miller" <wrmiller at slonet.org>
To: <RE-wrenches at topica.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2002 12:51 AM
Subject: Re: NABCEP Call for comments [RE-wrenches]


> At 10:53 PM 10/23/02 EDT, you wrote:
> >Graham et.al.:
> >
> >Would somebody please certify building inspectors?  Would some agency
PLEASE
> >set national standards for PV inspectors?
>
> Patrick:
>
> If you are going to wait for "some agency," well, don't hold your breath.
> How about getting involved and make it happen.  Here's a few ideas:
>
> 1. Call your local jurisdictions and see if there is a building officials
> trade group. Offer to give a presentation at their meetings.
>
> 2.  See if the local jurisdictions have an appeals board.  Apply to serve
> on it.  Few appeals occur in our jurisdiction, but we meet once a year to
> review policy.
>
> 3. When you call for an inspection, insist on meeting the inspector.  Call
> in advance and request they schedule a little extra time.  Ask if they
want
> to bring any new inspectors along.  Point out how a good install should be
> done.
>
> 4. Invite them to crack the NEC and highlight a section or two you feel is
> important.
>
> 5. Point out flaws you see in other installations.
>
> 6. Get proficient at a drawing program and make good diagrams.  Print
extra
> copies for the inspectors.
>
> 7. If your modules are on a roof, supply the ladder.  If they tilt flat,
> leave a rack or a module accessible for inspection.  Suggest they ask for
> this on every job.
>
> In other words, make it happen.
>
> William
>
>
>
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