NEC - Tamper Resistant Receptacles

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The new 2008 NEC requires tamper resistant receptacles for all 125 volt, 15- and 20-ampere receptacles installed in locations mentioned in 210.52. According to 408.11, all 15- and 20-ampere, 125 volt receptacles installed in the following locations in dwelling occupancies are required to be tamper resistant: the kitchen, family room, dining room, living room, parlor, library, den, sunroom, bedroom, recreation room, ballroom, balconies, porches, decks, laundry rooms, basement, hallways and bathrooms. These are all rooms and spaces covered by 210.52.