Code Quiz

Apr 27, 2007 4:31 PM, By Steven Owen

Q. In general, what are the requirements with respect to branch circuits for lighting and power when wiring an elevator hoistway pit area?

1. A separate branch circuit shall supply the hoistway pit lighting and receptacle(s).
2. Required lighting shall not be connected to the load side of a ground-fault circuit interrupter.
3. The lighting switch shall be located so it’s readily accessible from the pit access door.
4. At least one 125V, single-phase, GFCI-type duplex receptacle shall be provided in the hoistway pit.
5. All of the above.

Answer: E

As per 620.24(A), “A separate branch circuit shall supply the hoistway pit lighting and receptacle(s). Required lighting shall not be connected to the load side of a ground-fault circuit interrupter.”

As per 620.24(B), “The lighting switch shall be so located as to be readily accessible from the pit access door.”

As per 620.24(C), “At least one 125-volt, single-phase, GFCI type duplex receptacle shall be provided in the hoistway pit.”

Owen is the owner and president of National Code Seminars and the holder of master electrician certifications in 46 states. He can be reached at necexpert@aol.com.