The National Electric Code (NEC) requires GFCI protection for outlets near bathtubs, with specific guidelines for installation and placement.
According to the NEC, GFCI outlets are required near bathtubs, with a minimum of one GFCI-protected outlet per bathroom, and must be installed within 36 inches of the bathtub.
The NEC code requires GFCI outlets near bathtubs to be installed with a 20-amp, 120-volt rating, and to be at least 12 inches from the bathtub's edge.
The NEC code states that all 15- and 20-amp, 120-volt outlets in bathrooms must be GFCI-protected, including those near bathtubs, to prevent electrical shock.
The NEC requires GFCI outlets near bathtubs and showers to be installed in accordance with Article 210 of the NEC, with specific requirements for outlet spacing and protection.
This video explains the NEC code requirements for GFCI outlets near bathtubs, including installation and placement guidelines.
The U.S. Department of Energy provides guidelines for GFCI outlet installation near bathtubs, including requirements for outlet spacing, protection, and rating.
This online calculator helps determine the required GFCI outlet spacing and protection for bathrooms, including those with bathtubs, based on the NEC code.