TAMPER PROOF RECEPTACLES

[davidt]

IS A TAMPER PROOF RECEPTACLE REQUIRED IN A DAY CARE CENTER ? IS THIS A CODE ISSUE ? ARTICLE # ?

 

[bphgravity]

Re: TAMPER PROOF RECEPTACLES

No, this is not an NEC issue.

Each individual state will govern this requirement through the Department of Children and Families. In most cases, after market products are permitted, such as plastic plug-inserts.

 

[iwire]

Re: TAMPER PROOF RECEPTACLES

Also could be in the job specifications.

I wired a Daycare center of a national chain and the job specs required tamper resistant outlets.

Hubbell makes a nice one but they are not cheap.

By the way when looking for these use the term 'tamper resistant not tamper proof.

[ January 13, 2005, 12:50 PM: Message edited by: iwire ]

 

[iwire]

Re: TAMPER PROOF RECEPTACLES

To expand on this, there is an NEC requirement for tamper resistant receptacles in Pediatric Locations of Health care facilities

517.18(C) however a typical daycare center will not be in the scope of 517 IMO.

 

[jeffbradenton]

Re: TAMPER PROOF RECEPTACLES

life safety code NFPA 101 section 16.5.1.2
states protective covers for all receptacles shall be installed in areas occupied by clients

 

[roger]

Re: TAMPER PROOF RECEPTACLES

Welcome to the forum Jeff, I assume you are in Btown FL.

I don't think that NFPA 101 section is refering to Tamper Resistant is it?

Roger