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what type of wiring method is needed for the equipment branch wiring in a category 2 nursing home.Does it have to be mechanically protected in non-flexible metal raceways as the critical branch and life safety branch are or is there relief.
 
wbb said:
what type of wiring method is needed for the equipment branch wiring in a category 2 nursing home.Does it have to be mechanically protected in non-flexible metal raceways as the critical branch and life safety branch are or is there relief.
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The equipment branch is not subject to 517.30(C)(3) in any type of facility. That being said, I don't believe there is a requirement to mechanically protect Life Safety or Critical branch circuits in a nursing home at all.

Also, informational note: In nursing homes under the NEC, you are only required to have a LS and Critical branch. Equipment is not required.

In NFPA 99 they are referred to as LS and Equipment, no critical.
 
LIM said:
The equipment branch is not subject to 517.30(C)(3) in any type of facility. That being said, I don't believe there is a requirement to mechanically protect Life Safety or Critical branch circuits in a nursing home at all.

Also, informational note: In nursing homes under the NEC, you are only required to have a LS and Critical branch. Equipment is not required.

In NFPA 99 they are referred to as LS and Equipment, no critical.
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Agree,

LIM
Good Catch. I would say that is the exception versus the norm.​
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I don't see the exception,
For me, it's quite clear where only the type 1 either category 1 or 2 shall require mechanical protection for wiring installation,
Correct me if i am wrong.
 
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