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Where was the first official electrical contracting business established?
Where was the first official electrical contracting business established?
- New York City (correct)
- Los Angeles
- Boston
- Chicago
When was the electrical industry born?
When was the electrical industry born?
- In 1890
- In 1882
- In 1900
- In 1879 (correct)
What was the primary responsibility of NECA contractors?
What was the primary responsibility of NECA contractors?
- Developing new electrical technologies
- Bringing electrical power, lighting, and communications to buildings and communities (correct)
- Manufacturing electrical components
- Providing electrical maintenance services
What led to the establishment of local associations of electrical contractors?
What led to the establishment of local associations of electrical contractors?
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What was the significance of contractors banding together in the early days of the electrical industry?
What was the significance of contractors banding together in the early days of the electrical industry?
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Study Notes
Early Days of Electrical Industry
- The first official electrical contracting business was established in London in 1889.
Birth of Electrical Industry
- The electrical industry was born in the 1880s, marked by the installation of the first electrical lighting system in the United States.
Role of NECA Contractors
- The primary responsibility of NECA (National Electrical Contractors Association) contractors was to install and maintain electrical systems.
Establishment of Local Associations
- The need for electrical contractors to band together to establish standards, share knowledge, and address common challenges led to the establishment of local associations of electrical contractors.
Importance of Unity
- Contractors banding together in the early days of the electrical industry was significant because it allowed them to promote the industry's interests, protect their businesses, and support each other in a rapidly changing field.
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