arc fault requirements

[hotwire1955]

If you're in New Jersey and working on a existing structure it may fall under the rehab code which states this regarding AFCI protection:

Where in the NJ UCC does it say that, I can't find it.

 

[jumper]

Ever since AFCI was introduced in the NEC it was required to protect "outlets" and not just receptacles, and the entire circuit was required to be protected. "Outlets" also include smoke detectors.

Just to clarify, the 1999 NEC was the first required AFCI protection of branch circuits supplying receptacle outlets in dwelling unit bedrooms.

 

[kwired]

Just to clarify, the 1999 NEC was the first required AFCI protection of branch circuits supplying receptacle outlets in dwelling unit bedrooms.

Oop's that first requirement was for receptacle outlets only. I think it was revised in 2002 to read all outlets.

 

[jumper]

Oop's that first requirement was for receptacle outlets only. I think it was revised in 2002 to read all outlets.

Correct, the 2002 required all 125V 15A and 20A dwelling bedroom circuits supplying an outlet to be AFCI protected.

 

[mlnk]

AFCI in old work per 2011 NEC

Per clarification by a NEC committee, Arc-fault protection is required in existing dwellings if any new construction of walls is done. For example, for circuits to a new room addition, AFCI protection is required by the NEC.

The NEC does not require AFCI protection for complete house rewires, service upgrades, sub-panel upgrades, or any added new circuits in existing dwellings. However, the local AHJ may have created written local code requirements for more extensive AFCI protection above and beyond the NEC.
Also, some local jurisdictions exempt smoke detectors and paddle fans from AFCI protection.