Nevada Electrical Contractor (C-2) Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package

Prepare for the Nevada Electrical Contractor (C-2) examination with a comprehensive Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package designed to support organized study, faster reference navigation, and focused review across the major electrical subjects associated with the trade exam.

This package includes the National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017, NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013, Ugly's Electrical References, Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), National Electrical Safety Code 2012, and Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook. All included books are highlighted and tabbed to support a more efficient study process.

There is an important distinction between exam-room-approved references and books intended only for study. The National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017 and NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 are the references used for exam-room navigation. The remaining books are valuable preparation resources but are not allowed inside the examination center.

This means candidates should use the non-exam-room books to build electrical knowledge before test day while becoming highly familiar with the NEC and NFPA 72 for permitted reference use during the exam. The highlighted and tabbed format helps reduce unnecessary searching and supports repeated study of important topics.

Because the Nevada C-2 examination covers a wide range of electrical subjects, including code requirements, safety, electrical calculations, transmission-related knowledge, and fire alarm systems, a broad study approach is important. This package brings together the references needed to support that preparation.

Please allow up to 15 business days for Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package orders.

What You Get

• National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017: Highlighted and tabbed for organized code review and exam-room navigation.
• NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013: Highlighted and tabbed for fire alarm system preparation and exam-room reference use.
• Ugly's Electrical References: Highlighted and tabbed for study of formulas, calculations, conductor information, motors, transformers, and electrical field references.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA): Highlighted and tabbed for construction safety preparation.
• National Electrical Safety Code 2012: Highlighted and tabbed for electrical safety, utility, transmission, and distribution study.
• Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook: Highlighted and tabbed for preparation involving transmission, distribution, line work, utility systems, and related field knowledge.

The highlighted and tabbed format is intended to make study sessions more organized. Candidates can use tabs to return quickly to major subjects and use highlighted material to identify important concepts during repeated review.

Exam Details

The Nevada Electrical Contractor (C-2) trade examination covers a broad range of electrical knowledge, including general electrical concepts, services, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding, conductors, raceways, equipment, electrical power, motors, low-voltage systems, lighting, signs, fire alarm systems, safety, transmission lines, and overcurrent protection.

Candidates should prepare for both code-based questions and practical electrical questions. The exam requires a combination of code navigation, calculation skills, trade knowledge, and familiarity with electrical systems.

Because the examination is open book with specific approved references, candidates should develop a study routine that distinguishes between information that can be looked up during the exam and information that must be learned in advance.

The NEC and NFPA 72 should be used repeatedly during preparation because candidates can use these references during the examination. The non-exam-room books should be used to build knowledge that needs to be recalled and applied without access to the books on test day.

A strong study plan should include repeated reference navigation, practice questions, electrical calculations, safety review, and focused study of weaker subject areas.

Open Book Test

The Nevada C-2 Electrical Contractor examination is an open-book test with specific approved references. The National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017 and NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 are the exam-room references included in this package.

The remaining books are used for study but are not allowed inside the examination center. These include Ugly's Electrical References, OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926, National Electrical Safety Code 2012, and Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook.

This makes preparation especially important. Candidates should not rely on being able to look up safety, utility, transmission, or other study-only information during the examination. Those topics should be reviewed thoroughly before test day.

The NEC should be used regularly during preparation to build familiarity with articles, sections, tables, definitions, conductor ampacity requirements, grounding and bonding provisions, motor rules, overcurrent protection, and special occupancies.

NFPA 72 should be reviewed for fire alarm system topics, including signaling, notification, devices, installation, system requirements, and related fire alarm concepts.

The highlighted and tabbed format helps candidates navigate more efficiently, but it should not replace understanding. Tabs are most useful when you already know the general area of the book you need, while highlighting helps important information stand out after you reach the appropriate section.

Licensing Steps

The Nevada C-2 Electrical Contractor examination is one part of the contractor licensing process. Candidates must complete the applicable licensing requirements in addition to preparing for the trade examination.

1. Determine the appropriate contractor classification. Confirm that the C-2 Electrical classification matches the work you intend to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. The contractor application must identify the person who provides the required trade qualification.
3. Prepare qualifying experience documentation. Organize applicable electrical trade experience information for the licensing application.
4. Complete the contractor license application. Provide the required business, qualifying individual, experience, financial, and supporting information.
5. Submit the application for review. Examination eligibility is established through the Nevada contractor licensing process.
6. Prepare for the C-2 trade examination. Study electrical subjects and practice using the approved NEC and NFPA 72 references.
7. Prepare for applicable Business and Law requirements. Nevada contractor applicants generally must complete the applicable business and law examination unless an approved waiver applies.
8. Complete required examinations. Take the examinations required for the contractor licensing process.
9. Complete remaining licensing requirements. Satisfy all other applicable requirements before the contractor license is issued.

Organizing exam preparation and licensing documentation at the same time can help candidates manage the process more efficiently. The Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package supports the study portion by providing organized references across the electrical topics associated with the C-2 exam.

State Requirements

Nevada contractor applicants must demonstrate qualification for the classification requested and complete the applicable licensing process before a contractor license can be issued.

The qualifying individual is responsible for establishing the trade background associated with the electrical classification. Candidates should make sure their experience information accurately reflects applicable work performed within the electrical trade.

Contractor licensing also includes application, business, financial, examination, and other requirements beyond the trade test itself. Passing the C-2 examination does not replace the remaining licensing obligations.

Candidates should keep exam preparation and licensing responsibilities organized together. A strong study plan can move forward while application documentation is being prepared and reviewed.

Reference Books

• National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017
  The NEC is the primary electrical code reference for the Nevada C-2 examination. It covers electrical wiring methods, services, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding, conductors, raceways, motors, overcurrent protection, special occupancies, lighting, and other electrical installation requirements. The included copy is highlighted and tabbed.
• NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013
  This reference supports study of fire alarm systems, notification, signaling, devices, installation, and related fire detection requirements. The included copy is highlighted and tabbed.
• Ugly's Electrical References
  This compact reference supports review of electrical formulas, conductor information, conduit concepts, transformers, motors, calculations, and practical field information. The included copy is highlighted and tabbed. This book is not allowed inside the examination center.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This reference supports construction safety preparation, including jobsite safety and electrical hazard topics. The included copy is highlighted and tabbed. This book is not allowed inside the examination center.
• National Electrical Safety Code 2012
  This reference supports study of electrical supply systems, utility construction, transmission and distribution, line clearances, safety, and related requirements. The included copy is highlighted and tabbed. This book is not allowed inside the examination center.
• Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook
  This handbook supports preparation for transmission and distribution systems, overhead and underground line work, utility construction, cables, transformers, and related electrical field practices. The included copy is highlighted and tabbed. This book is not allowed inside the examination center.

Exam Room Approved Books

• National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017
  This is an approved exam-room reference for the Nevada C-2 Electrical Contractor examination. The copy included with this package is highlighted and tabbed to support more efficient navigation.
• NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013
  This is an approved exam-room reference for the Nevada C-2 examination. The copy included with this package is highlighted and tabbed for organized fire alarm preparation and reference navigation.

Ugly's Electrical References, Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), National Electrical Safety Code 2012, and Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook are not allowed inside the examination center.

Use the study-only references to build knowledge before test day and use the NEC and NFPA 72 to develop both knowledge and exam-room navigation skills.

Test Information and Study Materials

The Nevada C-2 examination covers a wide range of electrical topics, so candidates should prepare using a balanced study plan instead of concentrating only on one or two areas.

General Electrical Knowledge should include electrical theory, terminology, practical electrical concepts, and an understanding of common electrical systems.

Services, Feeders, and Branch Circuits should be reviewed using the NEC. Candidates should study service equipment, feeder requirements, branch-circuit rules, conductor sizing, load concepts, and applicable disconnect requirements.

Grounding and Bonding is another important area. Practice locating grounding electrode requirements, bonding rules, equipment grounding conductor requirements, and related sizing provisions.

Conductors and Cables preparation should include ampacity, insulation types, conductor identification, temperature limitations, adjustment and correction concepts, and installation requirements.

Raceways and Boxes should be reviewed for conduit types, raceway requirements, box fill, support methods, allowable uses, and restrictions associated with different wiring systems.

Special Occupancies and Equipment often require navigating specific NEC articles. Candidates should practice identifying the correct article based on the type of installation described in a question.

Electrical Power and Motors require both code knowledge and calculation skills. Review motor conductor sizing, motor protection, disconnecting means, transformers, power calculations, and related electrical requirements.

Low Voltage, Lighting, and Illuminated Signs should also be included in preparation. Candidates should understand the applicable systems, terminology, and code provisions associated with these areas.

Fire Detection and Alarm Systems should be studied with NFPA 72. Practice locating information on fire alarm components, notification, signaling, installation, testing, and related system requirements.

Safety Information should be reviewed using OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 before test day. Because this reference is not allowed inside the examination center, candidates should focus on understanding and retaining the safety concepts rather than expecting to look them up during the exam.

Transmission Lines should be studied with the National Electrical Safety Code and Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook. These books provide important utility and transmission-related knowledge but are not available for exam-room use.

Overcurrent Protection should be reviewed through the NEC, including circuit protection, equipment ratings, conductor protection, and related code provisions.

The highlighted and tabbed books can help candidates organize all of these subjects more efficiently. Tabs make it easier to return to major topics, while highlighting can help important material stand out during review.

Practice questions should be used to identify weak areas. When you miss a question, determine whether the issue came from electrical theory, a calculation, code navigation, safety knowledge, or misunderstanding the wording.

For open-book practice, use timed navigation drills. Select a topic, determine whether the NEC or NFPA 72 is the correct reference, and practice locating the applicable section efficiently.

If a search takes too long, repeat it later. The goal is to build familiarity through repetition so reference navigation becomes more natural under testing conditions.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Nevada C-2 Electrical Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, electrical trade review, practice-oriented preparation, and reference-navigation support.

The highlighted and tabbed book package gives candidates an organized set of references to use throughout their preparation. Tabs help provide quicker access to major subjects, while highlighted material can make important information easier to identify.

The NEC and NFPA 72 are especially important because they are the references permitted inside the examination center. Studying with highlighted and tabbed copies can help candidates become familiar with the exact books they will rely on during the exam.

The supplemental books strengthen preparation for topics that cannot simply be researched during testing. Ugly's Electrical References supports calculations and field knowledge, OSHA supports safety preparation, the National Electrical Safety Code supports utility-system knowledge, and Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook reinforces transmission and distribution concepts.

1 Exam Prep encourages candidates to combine trade knowledge, code navigation, calculations, safety review, and repeated practice rather than relying on passive reading.

Practice-oriented preparation helps candidates identify weaker areas and direct additional study time where it is needed most. A missed question can point toward a concept that requires additional review, while a slow reference search can reveal the need for more navigation practice.

A consistent study routine can help candidates approach the Nevada C-2 Electrical Contractor examination with stronger familiarity, better reference-navigation habits, and a more organized understanding of the electrical subjects covered.

What books are included in the Nevada C-2 Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package?

The package includes the National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017; NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013; Ugly's Electrical References; Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA); National Electrical Safety Code 2012; and Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook.

Are all of the books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All books included with this package are highlighted and tabbed to support organized study and efficient reference navigation.

Is the Nevada C-2 Electrical Contractor exam open book?

Yes. The Nevada C-2 examination allows specific approved references inside the examination center.

Which books are allowed into the Nevada C-2 exam?

The National Electrical Code or National Electrical Code Handbook, 2017 and NFPA 72 - Standard for National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 are the exam-room references included with this package.

Which books are not allowed into the C-2 exam?

Ugly's Electrical References, Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), National Electrical Safety Code 2012, and Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook are study references and are not allowed inside the examination center.

Why are books that cannot enter the exam included?

These references support preparation for safety, calculations, utility systems, transmission and distribution, and other electrical trade subjects that candidates need to understand before test day.

Why should I use highlighted and tabbed books?

Highlighting can make important material easier to recognize, while tabs help candidates move more efficiently between key sections during study and permitted exam-room reference use.

Should I practice navigating the NEC before the exam?

Yes. Repeated practice with the NEC can help you become more familiar with articles, tables, definitions, conductor requirements, grounding rules, and other code sections before test day.

Should I study NFPA 72 separately?

Yes. NFPA 72 should be used to review fire detection and alarm systems, notification, signaling, installation, and related fire alarm requirements.

How long should I allow for my order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for Highlighted & Tabbed Book Package orders.

Does this package guarantee that I will pass the Nevada C-2 exam?

No. This package is designed to support organized preparation, electrical trade review, safety study, and reference navigation. Examination results depend on each candidate's preparation and performance.