What Is a Main Breaker Panel?

Breaker BootCamp Study Guide

A main breaker panel includes a single main disconnect that shuts off all power to the panel.

It is commonly used as service equipment.

What It Does

The main breaker provides overcurrent protection and a clear, immediate means of disconnect for the entire panel.

Where It’s Used

• Residential service panels

• Locations where one main disconnect is required

One Critical Rule

The neutral is bonded only at the service disconnect.

Bonding neutrals downstream creates dangerous parallel paths.

Why Breaker BootCamp Teaches This

The Breaker BootCamp Study Guide teaches service-panel fundamentals early so the Breaker BootCamp course builds electricians who understand safe shutdown, grounding logic, and correct service layout.

About Breaker BootCamp

Breaker BootCamp is an electrical training program and electrician boot camp designed to prepare beginners, helpers, and apprentices for real-world electrical work, job readiness, and long-term careers in the electrical trade. The program emphasizes discipline, mindset, and hands-on electrical training aligned with how the trades actually operate.

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