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Section 240.24(A) requires overcurrent devices to be readily accessible and 240.24(E) prohibits these overcurrent devices from being located in dwelling unit bathrooms. Similarly, 230.70(A)(1) requires service disconnects to be readily accessible, and 230.70(A)(2) prohibits the service disconnecting means from being located in bathrooms for any type of occupancy. The presence of the sink and tub make this area a “bathroom” as defined in Art. 100. The bathtub placement also effectively eliminates the equipment’s clear working space required in 110.26(A)(1), (A)(2), and (A)(3). The minimum safe working space required in front of this panel should be 3 ft deep and 30 in. wide. This work space should also be clear and extend from the floor to a height of at least 6½ ft.