S.C. Code Regs. § § 8-1253

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 11, November 22, 2024

Section 8-1253 - IRC E4002.14. Tamper-resistant receptacles

In areas specified in Section E3901.1, 15- and 20-ampere, 125-volt nonlocking-type receptacles shall be listed tamper-resistant receptacles. [406.12]

Exception: Receptacles in the following locations shall not be required to be tamper resistant:

1. Receptacles located more than 5.5 feet (1676 mm) above the floor.

2. Receptacles that are part of a luminaire or appliance.

3. A single receptacle for a single appliance or a duplex receptacle for two appliances where such receptacles are located in spaces dedicated for the appliances served and, under conditions of normal use, the appliances are not easily moved from one place to another. The appliances shall be cord-and-plug-connected to such receptacles in accordance with Section E3909.4. [406.12 Exception].

S.C. Code Regs. § 8-1253

Added by State Register Volume 46, Issue No. 05, eff. 5/27/2022.