• Code Quiz: GFCI Protection in Other Than Dwelling Units

    NEC requirements for GFCI protection for personnel in other than dwelling units
    March 16, 2017

    Fill in the blank.

    Section 210.8(B) of the 2017 Edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC), which requires GFCI protection in other than dwelling units, now also applies to ________.

    A) receptacles installed in crawl spaces
    B) lighting outlets installed in crawl spaces
    C) unfinished portions or areas of basements not intended as habitable rooms
    D) all of the above
    E) none of the above

    Find the Answer

    Answer: D

    This specific requirement now applies to receptacles installed in crawl spaces, lighting outlets installed in crawl spaces, and unfinished portions or areas of basements not intended as habitable rooms.

    Owen is the owner and president of National Code Seminars and the holder of master electrician certifications in 46 states. He can be reached at [email protected].

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