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Q. Do receptacles in a bathroom require a GFCI if they are located in a dedicated space behind a washer? 210.8
A. Yes, all 15 and 20 amp 125 volt standard configuration receptacles in bathrooms shall have GFCI protection.
(Tri-County Code Forum, May 9, 2002)
Q. Even if the washer is in a closet behind folding doors? 210.8
A. Yes.
(Tri-County Code Forum, May 9, 2002)
Q. What about the dryer receptacle? 210.8
A. The dryer, if connected to the receptacles described above is not exempted from the GFCI requirement. If connected to a 240 volt receptacle, GFCI is not required under the current codes.
(Tri-County Code Forum, May 9, 2002)
Q. Is it allowable to avoid the GFCI basement requirement (much like a sump pump installation)? 210.8
A. No, provisions of the 2002 NEC, Article 210.8, apply.
(January 23, 2003 Tri-County Code Forum; approved by state electrical code chief for statewide application)
Q. NEC 210.8 (B) requires GFCI receptacles for non-dwelling unit kitchens, with no exception for single refrigerator or freezer receptacles. Is there any chance that the state will permit this
by amendment?
A. No, only hardwired appliances are exempt from the GFCI receptacle requirement. The GFCI requirement was put in place after a death was caused by a fault in an appliance and there was no GFCI
protection.
(May 1, 2003 Tri-County Code Forum; approved by state electrical code chief for statewide application)
Q. The definition of an unfinished basement in NEC 210.8(A)(5) doesn't address the flooring. Would GFCI protection for receptacles be required in a basement room with sheetrocked walls and paint
and other trim that had an uncovered concrete floor or ceramic tile? 210.8
A. If the room fits the definition of "habitable space," no.
(May 1, 2003 Tri-County Code Forum; approved by state electrical code chief for statewide application)
Q. According to NEC 527.6(A); the requirement for GFCIs for temporary use in industrial establishments may not be required if an assured grounding program is in place. In all other areas a GFCI
will be required unless a GFCI cord set is used. Therefore a temporary power pole could be installed by a builder, owner, or an electrician without GFCI-protected receptacles. Should GFCIs be installed
at the time of the temporary pole? Should we have the power disconnected if GFCI cord-sets are not being used? Should this be sent to BCD for interpretation? 527.6(a)
A. See 527.6(A) of the 2002 NEC. The intent of the code is quite clear: Protection of personnel during construction is required. Several alternatives are provided, such as an assured-grounding
program, GFCI cord-sets, personnel- protective GFCIs , receptacles, and breakers. While an inspector may not be able to write a correction during inspection of a temporary service, a reminder indicating
the requirements of 527.6 should be provided. An inspector performing a cover inspection could require a temporary service to be disconnected if 527.6 is not being adhered to. Remember,the requirement
for GFCI protection during construction includes the laundry outlet if it is used for construction. (May 1, 2003 Tri-County Code Forum; approved by state electrical code chief for statewide application)
Q. Is it permissible to extend a two-wire (no ground) 110 volt circuit to install a GFCI protected exterior weatherproof outlet?
A. Yes, Refer to NEC 2002 Article 250.130(c).
(Tri-County Electrical Code Forum April 28, 2004)
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