Ground fault protection

[Derekmp1]

ok here my first attempt using this forum. i am wiring a horse barn. my question is with the use of water immursion heaters in the winter should i be using gfci or gfpe on these circuits

 

[bphgravity]

Re: Ground fault protection

If these heaters are cord-and-plug connected, it is likely they will be required to be gfci protected.

If they are hard-wired, it would probably wouldn't be a bad idea to do so as well.

 

[George Stolz]

Re: Ground fault protection

Also, check Article 547 for any special requirements you may overlook.

210.8 requires GFCI protection of all outdoor receptacles (with exceptions that don't apply to your installation).

Also, bear in mind that horses "crib" out of boredom, you should choose wiring methods and lay them out with chewing in mind.