Question 4016 of 966 · Washington 01 Journey Level Electrician Exam

A dwelling unit lighting outlet in a crawl space that is at or below grade level is supplied by a 120-volt circuit. What does the NEC require?

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  • A: The lighting outlet must be GFCI protected

Explanation

210.8 contains a specific rule that 120-volt lighting outlets in crawl spaces at or below grade require GFCI protection. This is one of the few cases where a lighting outlet, not just a receptacle, needs GFCI.

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