Reference Books for State Exam(s)

NEC Book

National Electrical Code

Order your National Electrical Code (NEC®). Past editions are available by selecting “Edition” field underneath the price. We recommend ordering the softcover book so that your code book is identical to either what you will be given at the exam or what you are allowed to bring in to the exam.

NEC Book

Código Eléctrico Nacional, Español

Solicite su Código Eléctrico Nacional (NEC®). Las ediciones anteriores están disponibles seleccionando el campo “Edición” debajo del precio. Recomendamos pedir el libro de tapa blanda para que su libro de códigos sea idéntico al que se le entregará en el examen o al que puede traer para el examen.

NFPA 72®

Fire Alarm Code Book

The NFPA-72®: Fire Alarm and Signaling Code Book is required on some exams. Substantial changes were made to the 2013 edition so make sure you choose the correct edition. (NC requires the 2013 edition.)
PSI Exams Online

Candidate Information Bulletin

PSI publishes a Candidate Information Bulletin on behalf of states who use their testing services. While this bulletin varies state-to-state, it is an important document to download. It will specify what is covered on each exam, what books are required, and often has the state rules and regulations which will be on your exam. Follow the drop-down selections to view your state’s bulletin.
NASCLA Contractor's Guide

NASCLA® Contractor's Guide

NASCLA® produces material designed to assist with the business and legal questions which may be on your exam or on a secondary state exam. Some NASCLA® books are state-specific. As a general rule, choose the book which is geared to your specific state exam.
NFPA 70E

NFPA 70E - Safety

Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. Avoiding workplace injuries and fatalities.

OSHA

OSHA’s electrical standards are desighned to protect employees exposed to dangers such as electrical shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions.

Analysis of Changes

How changes to the NEC impact you on the job and the rationale behind these changes.