2011 NEC Code Changes Handbook

NEC Code Changes ®

Overview of 2011 Related to Electrical Wiring Devices

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TABLE OF CONTENTS NEC SECTION 210.7 210.8 210.8(A)(7) 210.8(B)(5) 210.8(B)(6) 210.8(B)(7) 210.8(B)(8) 210.12(A) 210.12(B) 210.52(A)(2)(1) 210.52(A)(4) 210.52(C)(4) 210.52(C)(5) & 210.52(D) 210.52(E)(3) 210.52(G) 210.52(I) 285.25 310 314.24 314.27(A) 314.27(C) 380.1 & 380.23 390.2 404.2(C) 404.9(B)

DESCRIPTION Disconnection of Multiple Branch Circuits and Multiwire Branch Circuits Readily Accessible GFCIs GFCI Protection of Receptacles Near Sinks in Dwellings Exception no. 2 to (5) GFCI Protection of Receptacles Near Sinks in Health Care Facilities GFCI Protection of Indoor Wet Location Receptacles GFCI Protection of Receptacles in Locker Rooms GFCI Protection for Receptacles in Commercial Garages Exception 1 & 2 Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Protection of Outlets in Dwellings Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Protection of Outlets in Dwellings Receptacle Spacing in Dwelling Units Countertop Receptacles Separate Countertop Spaces Receptacles in Kitchen and Bathroom Countertops Receptacles on Balconies, Decks and Porches Receptacles in Basements, Garages and Accessory Buildings Receptacle Outlets in Dwelling Unit Foyers Type 3 Surge-Protective Devices (Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors) Conductors for General Wiring Outlet and Device Box Depth Outlet Boxes for Luminaires Outlet Boxes for Ceiling Fans Multioutlet Assemblies Underfloor Raceways Switches Controlling Lighting Loads Exceptions nos. 1, 2, & 3 Grounding of Snap Switches,

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SECTION 210.7

TABLE OF CONTENTS NEC SECTION 404.14(F) 406.2 & 406.14 406.4(D)(4) 406.4(D)(5) 406.4(D)(6) 406.6 406.9(B)(1) 406.12 406.13 430.42(C), 430.81(B), 430.109(F) 517.13(B)(1)(2) 517.16 517.18(B) & 517.19(B)(2) 517.20(A) 518.3(B) 525.23 550.13(B) 550.13(F)(1) 550.25 551.47(L) & 552.48 (K) 552.59(A) 590.4(D)(2) 604.6(A)(5) 625 680.21(C) 680.32

Dimmers and Similar Control Switches DESCRIPTION Snap Switch Rating for Plug and Cord Connected Loads Tamper-Resistant Receptacles in Child Care Areas Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection of Replacement Receptacles Tamper-Resistant Replacement Receptacles Weather-Resistant Replacement Receptacles Recessed Receptacle Faceplates Receptacles in Wet Locations Tamper-Resistant Receptacles for Dwelling Units Tamper-Resistant Receptacles in Guest Rooms and Guest Suites Cord and Plug Connected Motors Grounding of Receptacles in Patient Care Areas of Health Care Facilities Isolated Ground Receptacles in Health Care Facilities Patient Bed Location Receptacles in Health Care Facilities Receptacles in Wet Procedure Location Patient Care Areas Temporary Wiring in Exhibition Halls GFCI Protection for Carnivals, Circuses, Fairs GFCI Protection of Receptacles in Mobile/Manufactured Homes Receptacles Near Bathtubs and Shower Stalls in Mobile/Manufactured Homes AFCI Protection of Branch Circuits in Mobile/Manufactured Homes Receptacle Faceplates in Recreational Vehicles and Park Trailers Park Trailer Outdoor Receptacles and Switches Receptacles in Temporary Installations Manufactured Wiring Systems Electric Vehicle Charging System GFCI Protection of Pool Pump Motors Receptacles Near Storable Pools

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Disconnection of Multiple Branch Circuits and Multiwire Branch Circuits

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■ Ungrounded conductors must be simultaneously disconnected when two or

more branch circuits supply devices on the same yoke. Section 210.7 is intended to reduce the likelihood of unexpected shock hazards for persons working on devices on the same yoke that are connected to multiple branch circuits. A means to simultaneously disconnect the ungrounded conductors must be provided at the point where the branch circuits originate when two or more branch circuits supply devices on the same yoke. Although the title in the 2011 NEC® for Section 210.7 has changed to clearly state this section deals with Multiple Branch Circuits, the requirement remains the same. Section 210.4(B) addresses a similar hazard when a multiwire branch circuit supplies devices on the same yoke. The ungrounded conductors must also be simultaneously disconnected at the point where the branch circuit originates. An informational note was added to Section 404.8(C) as a reminder that Section 210.7 applies if multiple circuits are supplying a multipole switch.

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SECTION 210.8

SECTION 210.8(A)(7)

Readily Accessible GFCIs

GFCI protection of Receptacles Near Sinks in Dwellings

6' ■ 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles within 6 feet of a sink in a dwelling must

be GFCI protected.

■ GFCIs installed per 210.8 must be readily accessible. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters that provide protection for receptacles as specified in Sections 210.8 (A), (B) and (C) must now be installed in a readily accessible location. GFCIs are marked “test monthly” and are provided with a test button that must be operated monthly to insure that the GFCI is functioning properly. Locating a GFCI where it is accessible will increase the likelihood that the GFCI will be tested by the user. A location that is Readily Accessible is defined in Article 100 of the NEC®.

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GFCI protection must be provided for receptacles within 6 feet of all sinks in a dwelling. Previously, the requirement applied only to laundry, wet bar and utility sinks. This revision to the 2011 NEC® parallels the requirement in Section 210.8(B)(5) to provide GFCI protection for receptacles within 6 feet of sinks in commercial and other non-dwelling installations. The code now insures that the same level of GFCI protection is provided for receptacles near sinks in all installations. Although Section 210.8(A)(7) states that the requirement applies to sinks other than those in kitchens, the intent is not to exempt countertop receptacles near kitchen sinks from having GFCI protection. Kitchen countertop receptacles are to required to have GFCI protection per Section 210.8(A)(6). As a result, receptacles that serve countertops located near kitchen sinks will have GFCI protection. The wording of Section 210.8(A)(7) is intended to make it clear that other receptacles, such as dishwasher and disposal receptacles that may be within 6 feet of a kitchen countertop sink, are not required to have GFCI protection.

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SECTION 210.8(B)(5) Exception No.2 to (5)

SECTION 210.8(B)(6)

GFCI Protection of Receptacles Near Sinks in Health Care Facilities

GFCI Protection of Indoor Wet Location Receptacles

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■ GFCI protection is required for 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles within 6 feet of sinks except in patient bed locations in general care or critical care areas. The exception to Section 210.8(B)(5) has been revised to make it clear that GFCI protection is not required for receptacles located near sinks in patient bed locations of general care or critical care areas. There is concern that receptacles located near hand washing sinks in these areas may be used for patient care life support, monitoring, and other portable patient care equipment that should not be plugged into a receptacle protected by a GFCI. Patient Bed Locations, Critical Care Areas and General Care Areas are defined in Article 517 of the code.

■ 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles located in indoor wet locations are

required to be GFCI protected. This new section has been added to the 2011 NEC® to require GFCI protection for receptacles located in indoor wet locations in other than dwellings. An indoor wet location is an area such as a car wash or food processing facility. Receptacles located in indoor wet locations are exposed to the same potentially hazardous conditions that exist in outdoor wet locations. Section 210.8(B)(4) requires outdoor receptacles to be GFCI protected. This new requirement will insure that receptacles in indoor wet locations are provided with the same level of GFCI protection.

This exception does not apply to other locations in Health Care Facilities. The exception is specific to General and Critical Care Areas. A receptacle located within 6 feet of a sink in other areas must be GFCI protected.

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SECTION 210.8(B)(7)

SECTION 210.8(B)(8)

GFCI Protection of Receptacles in Locker Rooms

GFCI Protection for Receptacles in Commercial Garages

■ 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles in garages where electrical diagnostic ■ 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles located in a locker room with an

equipment, electrical hand tools or portable lighting equipment is used must be GFCI protected.

associated shower facility must be GFCI protected. GFCI protection is now required for receptacles located in locker rooms that have an associated shower facility. A shower located near a locker room may create a hazardous condition. The damp and wet conditions in a locker room due to proximity to a shower, the use of electrical personal grooming equipment, such as a hair dryer, people with bare feet exposed to the damp tile floor of a locker room, all contribute to the increased risk of electrical shock. GFCI protected receptacles will provide a significantly increased level of safety in this type of environment.


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GFCI protection for receptacles in dwelling unit garages is required by Section 210.8(A)(2). Section 511.12 requires GFCI protection for receptacles in commercial service and repair garages where volatile flammable liquids or gases are used for vehicle fuel or power. This new Section, 210.8(B)(8), ensures that the same level of GFCI protection for receptacles will be provided in all garages, service bays and similar areas where electrical diagnostic equipment, electrical hand tools and portable lighting equipment are used. An example of a garage or service area not previously covered is a service facility for plug-in electric hybrid vehicles.


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SECTION 210.12(A) Exception 1&2

SECTION 210.12(B)

Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Protection of Outlets in Dwellings

Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) Protection of Outlets in Dwellings

■ A Circuit Breaker or Receptacle Type AFCI must provide protection of ■ A Receptacle Type AFCI may provide protection of the branch circuit. In the 2008 NEC® the definition for an AFCI was in section 210.12(A). The definition has been relocated to Article 100 in the 2011 NEC®. As a result of moving the AFCI definition to article 100, the requirements for AFCI protection that were stated in Section 210.12(B) in the 2008 NEC® have been moved to section 210.12(A). Section 210.12(A) in the 2011 NEC® requires AFCI protection for 120 volt, 15 and 20 amp branch circuits supplying outlets in family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, or similar rooms or areas. The exceptions to 210.12(A) permit a receptacle type Outlet Branch Circuit AFCI to provide the required protection when located at the first outlet of the branch circuit under the following conditions: Exception No. 1 – The branch circuit conductors from the origin of the branch circuit to the first outlet are installed in RMC, IMC, EMT, MC cable or steel armored AC cable. Metal outlet and junction boxes must also be used between the origin of the branch circuit and the first outlet. Exception No. 2 – The branch circuit conductors from the branch circuit overcurrent device to the first outlet are installed in listed metal or nonmetallic conduit or tubing encased in at least 2 inches of concrete.

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branch circuit extensions and modifications. Section 210.12(A) in the 2011 NEC® requires AFCI protection for 120 volt, 15 and 20 amp branch circuits supplying outlets in family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, or similar rooms or areas. A new section, 210.12(B), has been added to require AFCI protection for branch circuit modifications and extensions of the circuits specified in Section 210.12(A). The AFCI protection for the modified or extended circuits may be a listed Combination AFCI at the origin of the branch circuit or a listed Outlet Branch Circuit AFCI located at the first receptacle outlet of the circuit. The Combination AFCI located at the origin of the branch circuit is typically a circuit breaker AFCI. The Outlet Branch Circuit AFCI located at the first receptacle outlet will be a receptacle type AFCI. Either device may be used to meet the requirements of 210.12(B).


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SECTION 210.52(A)(2)(1)

SECTION 210.52(A)(4)

Receptacle Spacing in Dwelling Units

Countertop Receptacles

■ Fixed cabinets are not included in determining the unbroken wall

space for receptacle spacing.

■ Receptacles serving countertops are not considered as meeting the

general provisions for receptacle spacing.

Section 210.52(A) provides the spacing requirements for the installation of receptacles in dwellings. When measured horizontally along the floor line of a wall space no point may be more than 6 feet from a receptacle. Section 210.52(A)(2)(1) defines a wall space as any space that is at least 2 feet wide and is uninterrupted along the floor line by an opening. In addition to openings, this section has been revised to include fixed cabinets. This insures that fixed cabinets, such as kitchen cabinets, are taken into account and are not included when determining the unbroken width of a wall space.

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A new section, 210.52(A)(4), has been added to make it clear that the countertop receptacles installed to comply with Section 210.52(C) may not be considered as the receptacles that meet the general provision installation requirements for receptacles in Section 210.52(A). The countertop receptacles are intended to serve the appliances that are used on a countertop space.

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SECTION 210.52(C)(4)

SECTION 210.52(C)(5) and 210.52(D)

Separate Countertop Spaces

Receptacles in Kitchen and Bathroom Countertops

■ Listed receptacle assemblies may be installed in kitchen and bathroom

■ Receptacles are required in separate countertop spaces.

countertops.

The conditions describing when a countertop space is divided into separate countertop spaces by a counter-mounted cooking unit, range or sink have been moved from the general Section 210.52(C) to subsection 210.52(C)(4). Although the requirement has not changed, it was recognized that Section 210.52(C)(4) is the section that deals with separate countertop spaces.


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Section 406.4(E) prohibits the installation of receptacles in a face up position in countertops. However, sections 210.52(C)(5) and 210.52(D) have been revised to permit listed receptacle outlet assemblies to be installed in kitchen and bathroom countertops. This change has been made to allow the installation of receptacle assemblies in the top surface of a countertop. The receptacle assemblies must be listed to insure that they have been evaluated to function properly when exposed to conditions likely to be encountered in countertop installations, such as liquid spills and splashing. A typical receptacle assembly for this application is a pop up type of receptacle having a cover that is flush with the countertop when not in use and pops up when operated to reveal the receptacle face.

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SECTION 210.52(E)(3)

SECTION 210.52(G)

Receptacles on Balconies, Decks and Porches

Receptacles in Basements, Garages and Accessory Buildings

The receptacle must be located within the perimeter of the balcony, deck or porch.

At least one 125 volt, 15 or 20 amp outdoor receptacle must be provided to serve a balcony, deck or porch of a dwelling. The receptacle must be located within the perimeter of the balcony, deck or porch. This requirement is intended to avoid the use of extension cords routed from an inside receptacle through windows or doorways to supply holiday lighting and other electrically operated products used outdoors. The 2008 NEC® had an exception stating that for areas less than 20 ft2 a receptacle was not required. The 2011 NEC® has deleted this exception recognizing that electrically operated products could be used on decks, porches and balconies having an area less than specified in the exception.

■ At least one receptacle outlet is required in each basement, garage and

accessory building in one family dwellings. Accessory buildings have been added as a location where at least one receptacle must be installed. Many dwellings have additional buildings, other than garages, where electrical equipment is utilized. Section 210.8(A)(2) requires the receptacle to be GFCI protected.

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SECTION 210.52(I)

SECTION 285.25

Receptacle Outlets in Dwelling Unit Foyers

Type 3 Surge-Protective Devices (Transient Voltage Surge Suppressors)

■ Type 3 SPDs are permitted to be installed on the load side of the branch

■ Receptacles must be installed in foyers.

circuit overcurrent protection.

Receptacle outlets will now be required in foyers. This change recognizes that many homes are built with large foyers. Lamps and other cord and plug connected electrical equipment will be located in these foyers and receptacles are required for connection of this equipment. A foyer having an area of greater than 60 ft² must have a receptacle located in each continuous wall that has a width of at least 3 ft that is unbroken by a floor to ceiling window, a door or other similar opening.

Type 3 Surge Protective Devices (SPD) installed on the load side of the branch circuit overcurrent protection were required by Section 285.25 of the 2008 NEC® to be located at least 30 feet from the service. In the 2011 NEC® this section has been revised to state that the requirement to install the Type 3 SPD at least 30 feet from the service is necessary only when specified in the manufacturers instructions. This change recognizes that a Type 3 SPD that has been subjected to additional testing may be installed anywhere in the branch circuit on the load side of the overcurrent protection. UL 1449, the Standard for Surge Protective Devices, requires a Type 3 SPD that has not been evaluated by the additional testing to be marked “CAUTION – Do not install this device if there is not at least 10 meters (30 feet) or more of wire between the electrical outlet and the electrical service panel.” If this marking does not appear on the SPD or in the instruction sheet the Type 3 SPD may be installed anywhere in the branch circuit. Type 3 SPDs are typically cord connected power strips or receptacle type devices.

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ARTICLE 310

SECTION 314.24

Conductors for General Wiring

Outlet and Device Box Depth

■ A box must have sufficient depth for the installation of a large device or

■ Article 310 has been reorganized and renumbered.

utilization equipment.

The reorganization of Article 310 has resulted in the renumbering of most of the sections and tables and the relocation of some of the requirements. One notable change is that Table 310.16 for the allowable ampacities of conductors is now Table 310.15(B)(16) in the 2011 NEC®. The ambient temperature correction factors have been removed from the allowable ampacity Tables and now appear relocated to new section 310.15(B)(2) and Tables 310.15(B)(2)(a) and 310.15(B)(2)(b). There have also been changes to the allowable ampacities for several different conductor sizes in Table 310.15(B)(16).

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This section of the code requires boxes to have sufficient depth to prevent damage to the conductors when devices or utilization equipment are installed as intended in the box. Section 314.24 has been revised for the 2011 NEC® to include devices. This requirement previously applied only to utilization equipment. Section 314.24 specifies the depth of the box and the required clearance, taking into consideration a variety of conductor sizes.

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SECTION 314.27(A)

SECTION 314.27(C)

Outlet Boxes for Luminaires

Outlet Boxes for Ceiling Fans

■ A box listed for support of a ceiling-suspended fan must be installed ■ Outlet boxes are permitted to support luminaires in walls and ceilings. Section 314.27(A) has been revised to more clearly state the outlet box requirements for supporting luminaires at wall and ceiling outlets. Ceiling outlet boxes intended to support a luminaire must be able to support at least 50 pounds. A box may be used to support a luminaire weighing more than 50 pounds if the box is listed and marked for the maximum luminaire weight to be supported.

when a spare ungrounded conductor is provided. When a ceiling box is installed in a location where a ceiling-suspended fan may be installed and when a spare, separately switched, ungrounded conductor is provided, the box must be listed for support of a fan. Section 314.27(C) has been revised to recognize that when a ceiling box is installed under these conditions it is likely that a ceilingsuspended fan will be installed on the box. This requirement applies only to single and multi-family dwellings.

A wall box intended to support a luminaire must be marked to indicate the maximum weight of the luminaire to be supported, if other than 50 pounds. An exception allows wall type luminaires weighing 6 pounds or less to be supported by device boxes, plaster rings or other boxes when the luminaire is secured by at least two No. 6 or larger screws.

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SECTION 380.1 and SECTION 380.23

SECTION 390.2

Multioutlet Assemblies

Underfloor Raceways

■ Field assembled Multioutlet Assemblies must comply with wire bending

space and pull box requirements. Article 380 provides the installation requirements for Multioutlet Assemblies. A new Section, 380.23, specifies the wire bending space and pull requirements for conductors in field assembled multioutlet assemblies. Section 380.23 does not apply to listed, factory assembled multioutlet assemblies. Section 380.23(A) requires insulated conductors installed in a field assembled multioutlet assembly to comply with the wire bending space specifications in Table 312.6(A). Where a multioutlet assembly is used as a pull box for 4 AWG or larger insulated conductors, Section 380.23(B) requires compliance with Section 314.28(A)(1) for straight pulls and Section 314.28(A)(2) for angle pulls.

■ A new definition for Underfloor Raceway has been added to the code. Although the requirements in Article 390 for Underfloor Raceways remain the same, Section 390.2 now provides a definition. Underfloor Raceways are installed flush or beneath the floor surface and are intended for the installation of conductors. The underfloor raceway may be equipped with junction boxes for access to the conductors as well as a wide variety of fittings such as floor boxes and pedestals that allow power, voice and data connectivity.

Section 380.23 applies only to field assembled multioutlet assemblies. There was concern that conductors could be damaged when installed in field assembled multioutlet assemblies. Another change to this Article is that Section 380.1 has been revised to add an informational note that directs the user to the definition of a Multioutlet Assembly in Article 100.

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SECTION 404.2(C)

SECTION 404.9(B) Exceptions Nos. 1, 2, & 3

Switches Controlling Lighting Loads

Grounding of Snap Switches, Dimmers and Similar Control Switches

■ A snap switch, dimmer or similar control switch shall be connected to the ■ A grounded circuit conductor shall be provided at the switch location.

equipment grounding conductor.

This is a new section that requires the grounded circuit conductor of the lighting circuit to be provided at the switch location. Many lighting control devices, such as an occupancy sensor, require low levels of stand-by current for proper operation. In many installations, the equipment grounding conductor is the only available conductor that can be used as a circuit conductor for this low level stand-by current. The intent of this change in the code is to be certain that the lighting circuit grounded conductor is available for the proper operation of the lighting control device. This ensures that operation of the control device does not rely on connection to the equipment grounding conductor. The result is that there will be no undesirable current on the equipment grounding conductor. The use of electronic lighting control devices is expected to increase due to increased emphasis on energy efficient lighting systems.

This section requires snap switches, dimmers and similar control switches to be connected to the equipment grounding conductor by the means specified in Section 404.9(B)(1) and (2). This rule ensures that a metal faceplate installed on the switch will be grounded. There are three exceptions to this requirement:

Exceptions to Section 404.2(C) allow for future installation of the grounded circuit conductor where there is access to the switch box in cable installations or where raceway is used to provide the conductors. In either case, the grounded circuit conductor can be provided after the initial installation.

Exception No. 3 – a snap switch with an integral nonmetallic enclosure as described in Section 300.15(E) is not required to be connected to the equipment grounding conductor. This type of switch is commonly known as a self contained device (SCD).

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SECTION 404.14(F)

SECTION 406.2 and 406.14

Snap Switch Rating for Plug and Cord Connected Loads

Tamper-Resistant Receptacles in Child Care Areas

■ Snap switches must be rated not less than the rating of the overcurrent

device protecting the circuit.

■ Tamper-resistant receptacles are required in child care facilities.

This new section establishes the rating of a switch used to control receptacle outlets. The switch must be rated not less than the rating of the overcurrent device protecting the circuit. The exception permits the switch to be rated not less than the receptacle rating where the switch controls only one receptacle.

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Section 406.14 has been added to the code to require that all nonlocking 125 volt, 15 and 20 amp receptacles installed in child care facilities must be tamper-resistant. Section 406.2 defines a child care facility as a location where educational, supervision or personal care services are provided for more than four children under the age of seven. This change in the code recognizes that even in supervised facilities, such as child care areas, children have access to electrical receptacles and the potential for shock and burn incidents exist if a child inserts a foreign object into a receptacle.

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SECTION 406.4(D)(4)

SECTION 406.4(D)(5)

Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter Protection of Replacement Receptacles

Tamper-Resistant Replacement Receptacles

■ AFCI protection must be provided for replacement receptacles on

branch circuits that require AFCI protection.

■ Replacement receptacles must be tamper resistant where tamper-

resistant receptacles are required by the code.

This new section requires AFCI protection for a replacement receptacle. When a replacement receptacle is installed on a branch circuit that requires AFCI protection, the replacement receptacle must be provided with AFCI protection. Branch circuits that require AFCI protection are specified in Section 210.12. AFCI protection for the replacement receptacle may be provided by one of the following methods: - the replacement receptacle is a listed Outlet Branch Circuit type AFCI - the replacement receptacle may be protected by a listed Outlet Branch Circuit type AFCI receptacle located upstream from the replacement receptacle - a listed combination type AFCI circuit breaker providing protection of the branch circuit

Sections 406.12, 406.13, 406.14 and 517.18(C) require the installation of listed tamper-resistant receptacles in child care facilities, guest rooms, guest suites, specified areas of dwelling units and pediatric locations. Section 406.4(D)(5) is a new section that requires a replacement receptacle to be tamper-resistant when installed in any of the locations specified in the code that require a tamper-resistant receptacle.

Section 406.4(D)(4) becomes effective January 1, 2014.

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SECTION 406.4(D)(6)

SECTION 406.6

Weather-Resistant Replacement Receptacles

Recessed Receptacle Faceplates

■ Replacement receptacles must be weather resistant where weather-

resistant receptacles are required by the code.

opening.

Section 406.9 requires the installation of listed weather-resistant receptacles in wet and damp locations. Section 406.4(D)(6) is a new section that requires a replacement receptacle to be a weatherresistant receptacle when installed in any of the locations specified in the code that require a weather-resistant receptacle.

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■ Faceplates for recessed mounted receptacles must effectively close the

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This new requirement has been added to section 406.6 to ensure that faceplates for receptacles installed in a recessed box effectively close the opening.

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SECTION 406.9(B)(1)

SECTION 406.12

Receptacles in Wet Locations

Tamper-Resistant Receptacles for Dwelling Units

■ Extra Duty While-In-Use Covers are required when the outlet box is Section 406.9(B)(1) requires a weatherproof cover for 15 and 20 amp, 125 and 250 volt receptacles installed in wet locations. These covers, commonly referred to as While-In-Use covers, provide protection for the receptacles both when a plug is inserted and when there is no plug inserted into the receptacle. This section has been revised to require an “Extra Duty” While-In-Use cover in installations where the box is supported from grade in other than one and two family dwellings. The intent of this revision in the code is to ensure that covers mounted on boxes supported by conduit, stanchions, wood braces or other free standing rigid supports can withstand the severe service conditions expected in these installations. The “Extra Duty” covers are evaluated to more demanding test requirements than general purpose covers. The covers must be listed and marked “Extra Duty.”

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■ 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles in dwellings must be listed

tamper resistant.

supported from grade.

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This section was previously added to the code in response to the numerous reported electrical injuries to children resulting from the insertion of conductive foreign objects into receptacles. Section 406.12 requires that 15 and 20 amp, 125 volt receptacles in all areas of dwellings specified in Section 210.52 must be tamper-resistant. Section 406.12 has been revised to allow exceptions to the tamperresistant receptacle requirement. The exceptions include receptacles located more than 5-1/2 feet above the floor, receptacles in a dedicated space for appliances that cannot be easily moved and receptacles that are part of a luminaire or appliance. The exceptions recognize that there are receptacles that cannot be easily reached by children and there are receptacles specified in Section 210.52 that are not considered to meet the receptacle installation requirements in dwellings. In addition, Section 406.12 has been revised to limit the tamper-resistant requirement to the nonlocking type of receptacle.

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SECTION 406.13

SECTIONS 430.42(C), 430.81(B) and 430.109(F)

Tamper-Resistant Receptacles in Guest Rooms and Guest Suites

Cord and Plug Connected Motors

■ Motors may be connected to the branch circuit by a plug and receptacle ■ 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles in guest rooms and guest suites must be

listed tamper-resistant. Section 406.13 is a new Section that requires nonlocking 15 and 20 amp, 125 volt receptacles in guest rooms and guest suites to be tamper-resistant. Guest rooms and guests suites are defined in Article 100 of the NEC®. These locations are often occupied by children and present hazards similar to other locations such as dwellings that require tamper-resistant receptacles.

or a cord connector. The motor disconnect may be a plug and receptacle or a flanged surface inlet and a cord connector. Both of these sections have been revised to recognize that a motor may be connected to the branch circuit by not only a plug and receptacle but also by a cord connector. Per Section 210.50(A), a cord connector may be supplied by a permanently connected cord pendant. Section 430.109(F) has been revised to include a flanged surface inlet and cord connector as a motor disconnect means. Previously, this section recognized only a plug and receptacle as the disconnect means.

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SECTION 517.13(B)(1)(2)

SECTION 517.16

Grounding of Receptacles in Patient Care Areas of Health Care Facilities

Isolated Ground Receptacles in Health Care Facilities

■ This section is restructured to provide the requirements for the connection

of the insulated equipment grounding conductor in patient care areas. The revisions to Section 517.13(B) are intended to more clearly state the requirements for the connection of the insulated equipment bonding conductor to receptacles, metal boxes and non-current carrying conductive surfaces. An exception permits an equipment bonding jumper to connect the receptacle and box to the equipment grounding conductor.

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■ Isolated ground receptacles are no longer permitted in patient care areas. Section 517.16 has been revised to prohibit the use of isolated ground receptacles in patient care areas. There was concern that the redundant grounding required by Sections 517.13(A) and (B) may not be adequately achieved when using isolated ground receptacles.

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SECTION 517.18(B) and 517.19(B)(2)

SECTION 517.20(A)

Patient Bed Location Receptacles in Health Care Facilities

Receptacles in Wet Procedure Location Patient Care Areas

■ Patient bed location receptacles may be single, duplex or quadruplex. The requirements for patient bed receptacles in general care areas and critical care areas have been revised to include quadruplex receptacles, in addition to single and duplex receptacles, as the type of receptacles that may be installed to meet the minimum receptacle requirements for theses areas.

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■ The power distribution system must limit the ground fault current. Section 517.20(A), titled Receptacles and Fixed equipment, requires the power distribution system in wet procedure patient care areas to either limit the ground fault current due to a first fault to a low value without interrupting the power, or, to interrupt the power supply if the ground fault current exceeds 6 mA. The revision to this section closely parallels the wording in NFPA 99, Section 4.3.2.2.8.1.

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SECTION 518.3(B)

SECTION 525.23

Temporary Wiring in Exhibition Halls

GFCI Protection for Carnivals, Circuses, Fairs

■ Ground fault circuit interrupter protection required in exhibition halls. Temporary wiring in exhibition halls may be installed in accordance with Article 590, with the exception that the ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) requirements of 590.6 do not apply. However, section 518.3(B) has been revised to state that all other GFCI requirements in the code apply in this type of installation. An additional revision to this section requires that portable GFCIs must meet the requirements for a listed product. This effectively means that portable GFCIs should be listed products.

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■ GFCI protection is required for 15A and 20A, 125V nonlocking receptacles. Section 525.23(A) has been rewritten to clearly state in enforceable language the requirement for GFCI protection of 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles. Section 525.23(B) previously stated that receptacles are not required to be GFCI protected if the receptacles are of the locking type and they are used for the quick connect and disconnect of equipment. A revision to this section includes the additional condition that the receptacles that are unprotected by a GFCI must also not be accessible from grade level.


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SECTION 550.13(B)

SECTION 550.13(F)(1)

GFCI Protection of Receptacles in Mobile/Manufactured Homes

Receptacles Near Bathtubs and Shower Stalls in Mobile/Manufactured Homes

■ Receptacles shall not be installed within or directly over a bathtub or ■ 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles requiring GFCI protection.

shower stall.

Section 550.13(B) specifies the receptacles that must be GFCI protected in mobile and manufactured homes. This section has been revised to delete the exception which allowed receptacles not to be GFCI protected where the receptacles were installed for use with appliances in a dedicated space. This section now references the exceptions in Section 210.8(A) as the only permitted exceptions.


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This section restricted the installation of a receptacle within a bathtub or shower stall. In addition to the previous wording of the requirement, the section has been revised to make it clear that a receptacle may not be installed directly over a bathtub or shower stall.


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SECTION 550.25

SECTION 551.47(L) and SECTION 552.48(K)

AFCI Protection of Branch Circuits in Mobile/Manufactured Homes

Receptacle Faceplates in Recreational Vehicles and Park Trailers

■ Additional 15 and 20A, 120V branch circuit outlets must be AFCI

■ Faceplates must comply with Section 406.5(A) and (C).

protected. This section previously required AFCI protection for 120V branch circuits that supply 15A and 20A receptacles installed in bedrooms. In addition to the AFCI protection for bedroom branch circuits, Section 550.25 has been revised to require AFCI protection for 120 volt branch circuits supplying 15A and 20A receptacles in family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, or similar rooms or areas. The AFCI protection must comply with Section 210.12(B).

The title of Section 551.47(L) and Section 552.48(K) has been changed to “Receptacle Faceplates.” Both sections have been revised to refer to Section 406.5(A) and (C) for the specific requirements for metallic and nonmetallic faceplates.

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SECTION 552.59(A)

SECTION 590.4(D)(2)

Park Trailer Outdoor Receptacles and Switches

Receptacles in Temporary Installations

■ Receptacles in wet locations in temporary installations must meet the ■ Switches and receptacles must meet outdoor installation requirements. In the 2008 NEC®, outdoor receptacles on park trailers had to be provided with a gasketed cover for use in wet locations. Section 552.59(A) has been revised to require outdoor receptacles to comply with Sections 406.8(A) and (B). A requirement for outdoor switches to comply with Section 404.4 has also been added to this section. These revisions make certain that the appropriate protection is provided for switches and receptacles installed outdoors.


requirements in section 406.9(B)(1). Section 509.6(D)(2) is a new section that requires receptacles that are in wet locations in temporary installations to comply with Section 406.9(B)(1). This change in the code recognizes that receptacles in temporary installations will be exposed to the same wet locations environment as any other outdoor installation and must be provided with the necessary protection to ensure continued safe operation of the receptacle.

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SECTION 604.6(A)(5)

SECTION 625

Manufactured Wiring Systems

Electric Vehicle Charging System

■ Section 604.6 provides the construction requirements for Manufactured

■ Article 625 includes a definition for the Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle

Wiring Systems. Section 604.6(A)(5) is a new section that specifies listed prewired, modular, surface raceway as one of the construction components of a manufactured wiring system. This type of surface raceway construction when used as a manufactured wiring system has a rating of 600 volts, 20 amps. A listed surface raceway intended for use as a manufactured wiring system is evaluated to UL 183, the Standard for Manufactured Wiring Systems. The code also covers other types of surface raceway products, such as Multioutlet Assemblies in Article 380 and Surface Metal and Nonmetallic Raceways in Articles 386 and 388. These products are evaluated to UL5 and UL5A, the standards for metal and nonmetallic surface raceways. A prewired, modular, surface raceway that is a component of a Manufactured Wiring System must meet the requirements of Article 604. Other surface raceway type products must meet the requirements of the code article that applies, such as, Article 380, Multioutlet Assemblies, Article 386, Surface Metal Raceways and Article 388, Surface Nonmetallic Raceways. Article 604 applies only to Manufactured Wiring Systems.

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(PHEV). A PHEV is a type of electric vehicle powered by both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine. Both all-electric vehicles and PHEV’s can be charged using cord connected Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment. These are electric vehicle chargers that have a plug for connection to the EV inlet and also have a means for connection to the premises wiring to provide power. The 120 volt charger is typically a portable unit that plugs into a standard NEMA 5-15 or 5-20 receptacle. There is also a 240 volt charger that provides a faster charge time. The NEC requires that all chargers have a number of integral safety features, including personnel protection against electric shock.

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SECTION 680.21(C)

SECTION 680.32

GFCI Protection of Pool Pump Motors

Receptacles Near Storable Pools

20'

■ Outlets supplying pool pump motors must be GFCI protected.

■ Receptacles within 20 feet of a storable pool must be GFCI protected.

The requirement for the GFCI protection of pool pump motor outlets has been moved from Section 680.22(B) to Section 680.21(C). The requirement remains the same except that the voltage ratings have been changed from 120 or 240 volt to 120 through 240 volt. GFCI protection is required for both plug connected and direct connected pool pump motors.

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125 volt, 15 and 20 amp receptacles within 20 feet of the inside walls of a storable pool must be GFCI protected. The change to this section adds the 15 and 20 amp ratings of the receptacle which were not previously specified.

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