LIght switch near whirlpool

[scb71]

I read some old posts about this, but would like some clarification.

The design of a bathroom has made it practically impossible to have the switches that operate the overhead lights located anywhere other than near the whirlpool tub. The bath has a separate shower and thus the tub will not be a continous use item if that matters.

To give a little clarification, the switch box needs to go to the left side of the door opening b/c the door is a pocket door that recesses back to the right. Unfortunately the area where the switches are is the same area where the whirlpool is located. It is a deck mounted tub.

In addition to this the design calls for a small hanging light fixture over the whirlpool. What additional issues might this bring up?

Thank you in advance for your replies!

SCB-

 

[JohnE]

Are you an electrician? We are not allowed to offer DIY advice. Welcome to the forum.

John

 

[haskindm]

Read part VII of article 680. If your whirlpool tub meets the definition of a Hydromassage Tub, then there are no special requirements for the placing of switches and light fixtures near the unit, it is treated like a normal bathtub. 404.4 Prohibits the installation of switches in the "wet location" of a tub or shower space. If the switch may be mounted immediately adjacent to, but not directly above the tub, then it should not be a problem. If the switch will be directly over the tub, then someone will need to detrmine if this is a wet location.
410.4(D) restricts the installation of a "chain, cable, or cord suspended luminaire" within an area 3' horizontally and 8' vertically of the bathtub rim.

 

[charlie b]

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