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Nov 5, 2009 5:30 PM, By Mike Holt

Q. When are tamper-resistant receptacles required?

A. The rule for tamper-resistant receptacles applies only to dwelling units. All 15A and 20A, 125V receptacles required in the following areas of a dwelling unit [210.52] must be listed as tamper-resistant [406.11]:

• Wall space — 210.52(A)
• Small-appliance circuit — 210.52(B)
• Countertop space — 210.52(C)
• Bathroom area — 210.52(D)
• Outdoors — 210.52(E)
• Laundry area — 210.52(F)
• Basement, garage, and outbuildings — 210.52(G)
• Hallways — 210.52(H)

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