Arc fault in a church building

[Swanquarterelectrician]

What is the NEC rules for arc fault in a non residential building? i have just started a job that was started in 2010 and never completed. It is a church and I am not sure about arc fault and ground fault in this building

 

[tom baker]

You should review 210.12 on AFCI. Nothing to worry about there.
GFCI requirements have changed with every code cycle , so a careful review of 210 is in order

 

[rc/retired]

If the 2010 permit is still applicable, the 2008 NEC is probably the code you need to reference.

Ron

 

[kwired]

What code cycle will apply is probably the main thing one needs to know.

Not too likely to need AFCI for anything unless there is dwelling areas or dormitory type areas involved.

GFCI likely to apply to kitchens, bathrooms, garages or outdoor areas though exactly what outlets it applies to does vary every code cycle clear back to before when this building was started. More recent editions will require GFCI on more than just 15 and 20 amp 120 volt receptacles and even some three phase receptacles may require GFCI protection if you have those.

 

[cadpoint]

The Permit would have sun set 6 months (now it can vary to individual counties) after it was issued. 2020 is the active electrical code.