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Interpretation #8525

Original Request

  • Requested By: Derek Porter
  • Requester E-Mail: dporter@scgov.net
  • Code Version: 2021
  • Code: BUILDING
  • Code Description:
  • Chapter:
  • Section: 456.3.5
  • Topic: Public Food Service Establishments (Electrical Wiring)

  • Question: Is it the intent of FBC 456.3.5 to disallow electrical devices such as GFI receptacles in Public Food Service Bathrooms, and to allow "only a wall switch or approved pull cord?"

Answer:

Yes, It appears that is the case based on the wording contained in that section.
On 04/29/2021 at 4:27 PM

Commentary:

Any other devices or wiring would be approved as an alternate material and method per section 104.11 FBC-B