The National Fire Protection Association 70, known as the National Electric Code, undergoes a three-year-long revision cycle for the publication of each new edition of the code.
Because specific articles of the National Electric Code address electrical systems for traditional RVs, park model RVs, and RV parks and campgrounds, the RV industry is heavily involved in this standard review process.
The process begins with the public input stage where recommendations from the RV industry, the public and other stakeholders are accepted for consideration in the development of the first draft of code updates. These recommendations are being accepted until Sept. 7, 2023.
After the closing date, the National Electric Code Making Panel 7 will meet to consider all recommendations and provide a response to all submissions received. The RV industry is represented on the panel by Ryan Hyer, TEI; Wade Elliot, Utility Services Group; Doug Mulvaney, Kampgrounds Of America; David Mihalick, Thor Industries and Bryan Ritchie and Curt Richardson from RVIA.
A critical role of RVIA’s Standards Department is contributing to the creation and review of these standards. Department leaders Bryan Ritchie and Curt Richardson are available to provide guidance and assistance to any member looking to be involved in the creation and review process.
All members are encouraged to submit their proposed recommendations during this initial public input period. Involvement in this standard revision process by the industry is key to keeping the RV industry self-regulated.
To submit a response for the annual 2025 National Electric Code cycle (2026 edition of the National Electric Code):
- Click this link for the Annual 2025 National Electric Code Cycle
- Select “Submit a Public Input”
- Submitters will be asked to sign in or create a free online account with the National Fire Protection Association before using the system
- Click the drop-down menu for “Chapter 5 Special Occupancies” from the Table of Contents
- Scroll down to “552 Park Trailers” or “551 Recreational Vehicles and Recreational Vehicle Parks”
- Follow the online instructions to submit public input.
- Once a public input is saved or submitted in the system, it can be viewed by signing back into your online account
