Labeling outlets

[JayDoc]

Is there a code requirement where all switches and outlets must be marked with the panel and breaker number in a new construction commercial setting?

 

[rcarroll]

Is there a code requirement where all switches and outlets must be marked with the panel and breaker number in a new construction commercial setting?

Barring any local amendments, no.
Welcome to the forum. :thumbsup:

 

[Dennis Alwon]

IMO, a breaker is a disconnect so 110.22 would be the appropriate section that would require labeling.

110.22 Identification of Disconnecting Means.
(A) General. Each disconnecting means shall be legibly
marked to indicate its purpose unless located and arranged so
the purpose is evident. The marking shall be of sufficient durability
to withstand the environment involved.

 

[luckylerado]

IMO, a breaker is a disconnect so 110.22 would be the appropriate section that would require labeling.

I agree this covers labeling the breaker but do not agree that it applies to the outlet.

 

[infinity]

I agree this covers labeling the breaker but do not agree that it applies to the outlet.

I agree also.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

I agree this covers labeling the breaker but do not agree that it applies to the outlet.

That's correct... I was just letting the op know that the breakers require labeling not the receptacles and switches. I guess I assumed too much.

 

[roger]

Is there a code requirement where all switches and outlets must be marked with the panel and breaker number in a new construction commercial setting?

Is this a hospital? If so the devices covered in 517.19(A) must be identified by breaker and panel.

Roger

 

[JayDoc]

No, this is at a college. Before, in new construction, everything got labeled, now for some reason these contractors are not labeling the switches and outlets. I do get an updated panel schedule, I would like a label on everything.

 

[roger]

No, this is at a college. Before, in new construction, everything got labeled, now for some reason these contractors are not labeling the switches and outlets. I do get an updated panel schedule, I would like a label on everything.

You should make this part of the specifications and include it in the bid documents.

Roger

 

[Coppersmith]

No, this is at a college. Before, in new construction, everything got labeled, now for some reason these contractors are not labeling the switches and outlets. I do get an updated panel schedule, I would like a label on everything.

I'm sure they would be willing to be paid extra to do this labelling for you. I certainly would not spend my profits labelling them if it was not in the specs.

 

[petersonra]

I'm sure they would be willing to be paid extra to do this labelling for you. I certainly would not spend my profits labelling them if it was not in the specs.

I agree. if you wanted this done why did you not put it in the contract?

 

[kwired]

I'm sure they would be willing to be paid extra to do this labelling for you. I certainly would not spend my profits labelling them if it was not in the specs.

If OP is the designer and requires it in specifications, then the installer needs to do it to be in compliance with the design don't they? If they didn't account for that when bidding then that is a cost they should have to eat. That don't mean they won't make it and any other losses up some on change orders whenever possible.