G0049 said:
First, the 1926 series of rules applies only to electrical installions used to power construction activities. If you are installing it, but not using it, 1926 doesn't apply.
That's right. And if it is an electrical installation for the workplace, not including construction, section 1910 applies, and contains the same language, AND adds a twist by adding cord- and plug- connected load info:
1910.304(b)(4)(ii)
Receptacle outlets shall comply with the following provisions:
1910.304(b)(4)(ii)(A)
A single receptacle installed on an individual branch circuit shall have an ampere rating of not less than that of the branch circuit;
1910.304(b)(4)(ii)(B)
Where connected to a branch circuit supplying two or more receptacles or outlets, a receptacle may not supply a total cord- and plug-connected load in excess of the maximum specified in Table S-4; and
1910.304(b)(4)(ii)(C)
Where connected to a branch circuit supplying two or more receptacles or outlets, receptacle ratings shall conform to the values listed in Table S-5; or, where larger than 50 amperes, the receptacle rating may not be less than the branch-circuit rating. However, receptacles of cord- and plug-connected arc welders may have ampere ratings not less than the minimum branch-circuit conductor ampacity.
Table S-4. -- Maximum Cord- and Plug-Connected Load to Receptacle
Circuit rating (amps) | Receptacle rating (amps) | Maximum load (amps)
15 or 20 ----------- | 15 -------------------- | 12
20 ----------------- | 20 --------------------| 16
30 ----------------- | 30 --------------------| 24
Table S-5. -- Receptacle Ratings for Various Size Circuits
Circuit rating (amperes) | Receptacle rating (amperes)
15 --------------------| Not over 15
20 --------------------| 15 or 20
30 --------------------| 30
40 --------------------| 40 or 50
50 --------------------| 50
Even with this additional info, I believe there is no OSHA violation...
