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Code Q&A: GFCI Protection Requirements at Carnivals, Circuses, and Fairs

July 13, 2022

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Based on the 2020 NEC.

Q. What are the Code requirements for GFCI protection of receptacles and equipment at carnivals, circuses, and fairs?

See answer below.

A. GFCI-Protected Receptacles and Equipment [Sec. 525.23(A)]

(A) GFCI Protection Required. In addition to the requirements of Sec. 210.8(B), GFCI protection must be provided for the following:

(1) 15A and 20A, 125V nonlocking‑type receptacles readily accessible to the general public or used for disassembly and reassembly of amusement rides and attractions.

(2) Equipment readily accessible to the general public if it is supplied from a 15A or 20A, 120V branch circuit.

GFCI protection can be integral with the attachment plug or located in the power‑supply cord within 12 in. of the attachment plug, or listed cord set incorporating GFCI protection.

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About the Author

Mike Holt

Mike Holt is the owner of Mike Holt Enterprises (www.MikeHolt.com), one of the largest electrical publishers in the United States. He earned a master's degree in the Business Administration Program (MBA) from the University of Miami. He earned his reputation as a National Electrical Code (NEC) expert by working his way up through the electrical trade. Formally a construction editor for two different trade publications, Mike started his career as an apprentice electrician and eventually became a master electrician, an electrical inspector, a contractor, and an educator. Mike has taught more than 1,000 classes on 30 different electrical-related subjects — ranging from alarm installations to exam preparation and voltage drop calculations. He continues to produce seminars, videos, books, and online training for the trade as well as contribute monthly Code content to EC&M magazine.