Panels behind doors

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dnbob

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If a circuit breaker panel is installed behind a 3' door in a utility room, does anyone feel that this installation does not meet clearance requirements?

I think it is a great place as you are pretty much guaranteed a 36" x 36" work space.

We install them behind bedroom doors in apartment buildings also, partly to keep them more out of site, but with the door closed, there is a perfectly sized working clearance.

I can see a possible drawback, if someone trys to open the door when your hands are in the panel. I guess that is what your foot is for.
 
Re: Panels behind doors

This is the perfect location IMO.

Roger
 
Re: Panels behind doors

Thanks, Guys,

I was pretty sure most would agree, just had some opposition to the location lately from employees, just needed some back up.

Thanks
Bob
 
Re: Panels behind doors

Keep in mind that a 3 foot door is not 36 inches wide when opened
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That's true, but you're only required to have 30" of width which a 36" door would give you.
 
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