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Originally Posted by CoachKandSportsguy

From Cassandra, thanks for the update!

The short answer is:

"yes, a thief can pull the emergency disconnect to disable any systems connected to house power and not connected to a UPS / battery backup."

So as the emergency disconnects are implemented, be sure to add UPS, battery backup power supplies to all security equipment!

AND keep the UPS out of view and beyond reach, such as on top of the cabinets or in a very high shelf where thieves would not be able to quickly find and disconnect.

Hi CoachkandSportsGuy, I am sorry but I would like to correct your statement. I did not say "yes a thief can pull the emergency disconnect" however I do agree that keeping the UPS out of view and reach is a great suggestion. I wanted to also share this on this public post for all to be informed that this is suggested for the new build homes after 1/1/24 that will require exterior main disconnects. If any Village resident has any concerns, you are welcome to address those to the county building department and also the electrician whom is responsible for wiring your new home. Homes built/in process of being built before 1/1/24 are not required to have this change, unless the service is upgraded/modified/or changed for any reason. Thank you!

"Default Re: Cassandra, can you answer this question
Good morning,
I wanted to go ahead and send you the information in regards to the exterior disconnect requirements for NEC 2020 code and security systems that you asked on the forum. Per our management: In fact yes, those disconnects will be required and also have a plaque that will be labeled EMERGENCY DISCONNECT or something along that verbatim. "If the security system that he has shuts off when there’s no power to the home then our suggestion would be for him to get a system that has a battery back up." This way, if the home loses power, the battery backup will immediately kick in on the system. Same for internet as well, as I know most security systems are tied into a wifi for signal, in case you are away from your home to get footage/alerts. Please let us know if you have further questions, Thank you! - Casandra with Pike's Electric (352)748-6251"