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The Independent Electrical Contractors, Inc. (IEC) is a national
trade association A trade association, also known as an industry trade group, business association, sector association or industry body, is an organization founded and funded by businesses that operate in a specific Industry (economics), industry. An industry tra ...
in the United States for
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electrical and systems contractors. IEC has about 3,500 member companies in about 52 chapters throughout the country.


Education and training

IEC provides workforce training for apprentices, journeymen, and foremen, which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training. Training takes place in more than 50 IEC chapter training centers nationwide and is conducted in accordance with the requirements established by the U.S. Department of Labor and are recognized by the
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. Graduates of IEC's apprenticeship program are recommended by the
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to receive up to 41 college credits. IEC chapters offer
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courses for professional contractors, including the Certified Professional Electrician Credential.


IEC Foundation

Founded in 1996, the Independent Electrical Contractors Foundation (IECF) works to fund, promote, and support education in the electrical and communications industries. The IECF works to improving the profession and the quality of life in its members' communities. The IECF has provided over $5 million in cash and equipment to IEC training centers across the country.


OSHA Alliance

IEC is a member of the U.S.
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(OSHA) Alliance program, which provides members and other industry personnel with information and access to training resources designed to protect employees' health and safety. Its main goal is reducing and preventing exposure to fall and arc flash hazards, which are major areas of concern in the electrical contracting industry.


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External links

*{{official, https://www.ieci.org/ Electrical trades organizations Trade associations based in the United States