The National Electric Code (NEC) requires GFCI protection for personnel in areas where water may be present, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor areas.
The NEC requires GFCI protection for all 125-volt, single-phase, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles installed in areas where water may be present, including bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor areas.
The NEC requires GFCI protection for all receptacles installed in areas where water may be present, including bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor areas, to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
OSHA requires employers to ensure that all electrical equipment, including GFCIs, is installed and maintained in accordance with the NEC to prevent electrical shock.
The NEC requires GFCI protection for all receptacles installed in areas where water may be present, including bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor areas, in both residential and commercial buildings.
The NEC requires GFCI protection for all receptacles installed in areas where water may be present, including bathrooms, kitchens, and outdoor areas, to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
Use our GFCI calculator to determine the GFCI requirements for your electrical project, based on the NEC and other relevant codes and standards.
This video explains the GFCI requirements in the National Electric Code, including the areas where GFCI protection is required and the types of receptacles that must be protected.