Lamp Protection for Temporary Lighting

Article 590 applies to temporary electric power and lighting installations.

July 11, 2014

For temporary installations, lamps shall be protected from accidental contact by a suitable _____ or by the use of a lampholder with a guard.

a) globe
b) luminaire
c) fitting
d) porcelain fitting

See answer and applicable Code reference

The correct answer is: b) luminaire

Article 590 applies to temporary electric power and lighting installations. As noted in Sec. 590.4(F), "All lamps for general illumination shall be protected from accidental contact or breakage by a suitable luminaire or lampholder with a guard. Brass shell, paper-lined sockets, or other metal-cased sockets shall not be used unless the shell is grounded."