Regulatory Compliance Flashcards
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Which NFPA standard governs the installation of stationary energy storage systems paired with solar?
Answer: NFPA 855
NFPA 855 sets installation requirements for stationary energy storage systems, including siting, spacing, and fire protection.
Which test method evaluates thermal runaway fire propagation in battery energy storage systems?
Answer: UL 9540A
UL 9540A is the test method for evaluating thermal runaway fire propagation in battery ESS.
Which NEC article covers interconnected electric power production sources, including the 120% busbar rule?
Answer: Article 705
NEC Article 705 governs interconnection of power production sources, including load-side connection rules.
Under IRC R324 / IFC provisions for residential roofs, what minimum width are firefighter access pathways typically required to be?
Answer: 36 inches
Residential codes generally require 36-inch-wide access pathways from eave to ridge for firefighter access.
Which federal agency regulates wholesale interconnection procedures and issued Order 2023 reforming generator interconnection queues?
Answer: FERC
FERC Order 2023 moved transmission-level interconnection to cluster studies and stricter readiness requirements.
Which entity typically sets net metering rules for investor-owned utility customers in a U.S. state?
Answer: The state public utility commission
Retail rate design such as net metering is governed by state PUCs or legislatures, not federal agencies.
A solar project near an airport may require filing which form with the FAA for obstruction or glare evaluation?
Answer: Form 7460-1
FAA Form 7460-1, Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration, triggers an obstruction evaluation near airports.