Tamper-resistant receptacle requirements
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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)
