N.M. Admin. Code § 7.20.12.70

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024

Section 7.20.12.70 - ELECTRICAL STANDARDS

A. All electrical installation and equipment must comply with all current state and local codes.

B. Circuit breakers or fused switches that provide electrical disconnection and overcurrent protection must be:

(1) enclosed or guarded to provide a dead front assembly;

(2) readily accessible for use and maintenance;

(3) set apart from traffic lanes;

(4) located in a dry, ventilated space, free of corrosive fumes or gases;

(5) able to operate properly in all temperature conditions;

(6) located on the same floor and in the same facility area as the circuits they serve;

(7) marked showing the area each circuit breaker or fused switch services.

C. The use of jumpers or devices to bypass circuit breakers or fused switches is prohibited.

N.M. Admin. Code § 7.20.12.70

1/1/99; 7.20.12.70 NMAC - Rn, 7 NMAC 20.12.70, 02/28/05