I have an existing welding lab with bus duct running horizontal in front of each welding booth...just above the booths, each welding booth has a welder with a disconnect, the disconnect is wired directly to it and the disconnect is located above the booth. The height of the disconnect is approximately 8'-0".
I believe 404.8(a) states switches and circuit breakers used as switches shall be installed so the center of the grip of the operating handle of the switch or circuit breaker, when in its highest position, isn't more than 6 ft, 7 in. above the floor or working platform.
But....Exception No. 2 to 404.8(A) permits switches and circuit breakers used as switches to be mounted higher than 6 ft, 7 in. if they're located adjacent to the equipment they supply and if accessible by portable means.
max height of 6'-7".....
Does this existing installation code compliant?
I believe 404.8(a) states switches and circuit breakers used as switches shall be installed so the center of the grip of the operating handle of the switch or circuit breaker, when in its highest position, isn't more than 6 ft, 7 in. above the floor or working platform.
But....Exception No. 2 to 404.8(A) permits switches and circuit breakers used as switches to be mounted higher than 6 ft, 7 in. if they're located adjacent to the equipment they supply and if accessible by portable means.
max height of 6'-7".....
Does this existing installation code compliant?